{"id":26085,"date":"2025-04-28T13:19:40","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T13:19:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=26085"},"modified":"2025-04-28T13:19:40","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T13:19:40","slug":"melania-trump-attends-pope-francis-funeral-with-donald-trump-igniting-buzz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=26085","title":{"rendered":"Melania Trump Attends Pope Francis&#8217; Funeral With Donald Trump, Igniting Buzz"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36 ContentRenderer_paragraph-first___d_VF\">From a clip of their departure that triggered &#8220;fake Melania&#8221; rumors to her appearance at the late Pope&#8217;s funeral, see the photos and videos that had everyone talking.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\">\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">On April 25, 2025, Donald and Melania Trump were captured departing the United States as they made their way to Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis. However, footage and photos of the couple boarding a plane circulated online and sparked a flurry of speculation.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/TkfWzV1h_8_G9rkB-zx9qb7S-mR6T12gNnbQg6zw1h0\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNTI3ZjhiMTVlYjNjOGQzMWYxNjFkNjI3MjI0MTQzY2Q5Y2ZkY2NhNDRiYWU3ZmJhNGRjNzkwZWU2ODY5ZGNkYy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTIyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MzQ3.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/lRbSJiQ1GbMgrhiya7fL1ZpDFb4ivgjAtl4F8a-Wjdg\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNTI3ZjhiMTVlYjNjOGQzMWYxNjFkNjI3MjI0MTQzY2Q5Y2ZkY2NhNDRiYWU3ZmJhNGRjNzkwZWU2ODY5ZGNkYy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTIyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MzQ3.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/wXrfXPtAjH23_HlbVCwUqr8nPHhfw1_T_zzwNJ5V-IA\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNTI3ZjhiMTVlYjNjOGQzMWYxNjFkNjI3MjI0MTQzY2Q5Y2ZkY2NhNDRiYWU3ZmJhNGRjNzkwZWU2ODY5ZGNkYy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTIyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MzQ3.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/K-VhnumE-elvt4jOFq_68cv6sJjHUDvoZG3wuyf3z3s\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNTI3ZjhiMTVlYjNjOGQzMWYxNjFkNjI3MjI0MTQzY2Q5Y2ZkY2NhNDRiYWU3ZmJhNGRjNzkwZWU2ODY5ZGNkYy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTIyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MzQ3.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/0cCuU6wgTcNw-JGKON_sCppZV_gpgu7-ha9b2IiB3MA\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNTI3ZjhiMTVlYjNjOGQzMWYxNjFkNjI3MjI0MTQzY2Q5Y2ZkY2NhNDRiYWU3ZmJhNGRjNzkwZWU2ODY5ZGNkYy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTIyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MzQ3.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/527f8b15eb3c8d31f161d627224143cd9cfdcca44bae7fba4dc790ee6869dcdc.jpg\" alt=\"A netizen's comment dated April 25, 2025. | Source: X\/@Jennyjinx\" width=\"1224\" height=\"347\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">A netizen&#8217;s comment dated April 25, 2025. | Source: X\/@Jennyjinx<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Some netizens questioned whether the woman seen with the President was truly Melania, suggesting that her appearance and body language seemed different from what they had come to expect.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"><a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/soniadeigh\/status\/1915861380520947978\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/soniadeigh\/status\/1915861380520947978\">Theories<\/a>\u00a0about a &#8220;fake Melania&#8221; gained traction as clips and screenshots were shared across various platforms, fueling widespread debate.<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Definitely not Melania; hair too light and no heels. Melania always wears heels!&#8221;<\/i>\u00a0one netizen\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/SueBailey16\/status\/1915971936712380625\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/SueBailey16\/status\/1915971936712380625\">shared<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><iframe src=\"https:\/\/if-cdn.com\/MEmgTrS?_showcaption=false&amp;app=1\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Another person echoed the same sentiment, adamant that the real First Lady would\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/chicbears214\/status\/1916163731123286499\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/chicbears214\/status\/1916163731123286499\">never wear flat shoes<\/a>\u00a0and would likely avoid traveling overseas with her husband for the entire trip. Someone else\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/soniadeigh\/status\/1915926091572617390\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/soniadeigh\/status\/1915926091572617390\">added<\/a>,\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;It sure doesn&#8217;t look like her-the forehead and jawline seem different.&#8221;<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_3\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_03\">\n<div id=\"in_article_3\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Another commenter pointed out that the woman in the clip walked too loosely compared to Melania&#8217;s typically\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/auntie_wombat\/status\/1916338179109523680\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/auntie_wombat\/status\/1916338179109523680\">rigid and poised demeanor<\/a>, further fueling theories that a stand-in was used.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-video fb_iframe_widget fb_iframe_widget_fluid_desktop\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/watch\/?v=699333709310935&amp;mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=622&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=639\" data-testid=\"video\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:video Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/video.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df3a4cbdf9cd49ce61%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff3f67d7f69324b199%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fwatch%2F%3Fv%3D699333709310935%26mWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D622%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D639&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"f6acce90093f6efe4\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:video Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Despite the online chatter leading up to their arrival, the Trumps eventually landed in Rome and attended the\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-04\/pope-francis-dies-on-easter-monday-aged-88.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-04\/pope-francis-dies-on-easter-monday-aged-88.html\">late Pontiff&#8217;s<\/a>\u00a0funeral on April 26. Melania appeared somber and elegant in a traditional black ensemble, complete with a long tailored coat and a black lace veil delicately draped over her head.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/f0i-VfVew2r4OUw5u-9NkpixReTBvFs4zjfdzXmKky4\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGEyYWU2NjhkZTZmYWRiYmQzZmJjYmFhNWFlOTk4MjIwMTg3YTljZTUwY2FiZTEyZDI0OTQyMjcyODU3YTc0Zi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTk0MiZoZWlnaHQ9MTI5NQ.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/1BtgfXp4_YF2Q1CmsBea1PhzrskCXdxHTZ7wmKS52AU\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGEyYWU2NjhkZTZmYWRiYmQzZmJjYmFhNWFlOTk4MjIwMTg3YTljZTUwY2FiZTEyZDI0OTQyMjcyODU3YTc0Zi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTk0MiZoZWlnaHQ9MTI5NQ.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/JKUM7c4PDC1NmjO5c8gljvN4m78WRT_QLyE84a77TQ0\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGEyYWU2NjhkZTZmYWRiYmQzZmJjYmFhNWFlOTk4MjIwMTg3YTljZTUwY2FiZTEyZDI0OTQyMjcyODU3YTc0Zi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTk0MiZoZWlnaHQ9MTI5NQ.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/WgdU3np89Jj0VaI_dYRqdRSmsvo3a6tJ3JWjhrrgZ9s\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGEyYWU2NjhkZTZmYWRiYmQzZmJjYmFhNWFlOTk4MjIwMTg3YTljZTUwY2FiZTEyZDI0OTQyMjcyODU3YTc0Zi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTk0MiZoZWlnaHQ9MTI5NQ.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/QKS1drClPefF-KYt6kqLDmifufENtQIhbP0I-s0EB4Q\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGEyYWU2NjhkZTZmYWRiYmQzZmJjYmFhNWFlOTk4MjIwMTg3YTljZTUwY2FiZTEyZDI0OTQyMjcyODU3YTc0Zi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTk0MiZoZWlnaHQ9MTI5NQ.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/da2ae668de6fadbbd3fbcbaa5ae998220187a9ce50cabe12d24942272857a74f.jpg\" alt=\"President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump photographed on April 26, 2025. | Source: Getty Images\" width=\"1942\" height=\"1295\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump photographed on April 26, 2025. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_4\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04\">\n<div id=\"in_article_4\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04_0__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Her accessories included lace gloves and a subtle cross necklace, highlighting a respectful and timeless look appropriate for the occasion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Donald was dressed in a navy blue suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a deep blue tie. 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Is it really her?&#8221;<\/i>\u00a0one person\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GoodMorningAmerica\/posts\/pfbid0HTPnZzFKxTHMnKkQBcUEiTZ2n3oy33S3kTViHv2rBAyY3MKQ9BTEkSpRkhpJyMLGl?comment_id=1700369290570288\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GoodMorningAmerica\/posts\/pfbid0HTPnZzFKxTHMnKkQBcUEiTZ2n3oy33S3kTViHv2rBAyY3MKQ9BTEkSpRkhpJyMLGl?comment_id=1700369290570288\">shared<\/a>\u00a0in part. 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In an intimate moment, they stood before the late pontiff&#8217;s casket, flanked by two Swiss Guards in their traditional colorful uniforms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">In the image captured during their visit, Melania, standing beside her husband, maintained her funeral attire \u2014 her black coat, veil, and high-heeled shoes emphasizing a continued air of reverence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2-1\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02_1__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Both appeared deep in thought as they paid tribute, the grandeur and intricate detail of the basilica&#8217;s architecture providing a powerful backdrop to the poignant scene.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><iframe src=\"https:\/\/if-cdn.com\/I00A6AF?_showcaption=false&amp;app=1\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_3\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_03\">\n<div id=\"in_article_3-2\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_03_1__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Later during the three-hour Catholic Mass, the congregation, including numerous\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DI6V1YtxbqS\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DI6V1YtxbqS\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\">world leaders<\/a>, was invited to exchange a &#8220;sign of peace&#8221; by\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/article-14650249\/lip-reader-reveals-melania-said-trump-pope-funeral.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5WP7GrBoCIH1nO7QipHeGWcQ8tv6itOGNevjmAzIgk2nGugUH1E0wEJZHdfw_aem_jO8oz9tJHvV4M7ZRr9V80Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/article-14650249\/lip-reader-reveals-melania-said-trump-pope-funeral.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5WP7GrBoCIH1nO7QipHeGWcQ8tv6itOGNevjmAzIgk2nGugUH1E0wEJZHdfw_aem_jO8oz9tJHvV4M7ZRr9V80Q\">shaking hands<\/a>. A clip from the funeral service showed the U.S. President observing the ritual unfold around him but initially refraining from joining in.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">According to forensic lip reader Nicola Hickling, Melania stepped in to prompt her husband. The lip reader told The Daily Mail that the First Lady allegedly instructed her husband to begin shaking hands, encouraging him after he appeared hesitant.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><iframe src=\"https:\/\/if-cdn.com\/Hac559V?_showcaption=false&amp;app=1\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_4\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04\">\n<div id=\"in_article_4-3\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_04_1__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">She reportedly leaned in and\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/article-14650249\/lip-reader-reveals-melania-said-trump-pope-funeral.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5WP7GrBoCIH1nO7QipHeGWcQ8tv6itOGNevjmAzIgk2nGugUH1E0wEJZHdfw_aem_jO8oz9tJHvV4M7ZRr9V80Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/article-14650249\/lip-reader-reveals-melania-said-trump-pope-funeral.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5WP7GrBoCIH1nO7QipHeGWcQ8tv6itOGNevjmAzIgk2nGugUH1E0wEJZHdfw_aem_jO8oz9tJHvV4M7ZRr9V80Q\">whispered<\/a>, &#8220;You should do it,&#8221; before repeating herself for emphasis. Following her urging, Donald reluctantly extended his hand to French president Emmanuel Macron. &#8220;Oh, alright,&#8221; he reportedly\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/article-14650249\/lip-reader-reveals-melania-said-trump-pope-funeral.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5WP7GrBoCIH1nO7QipHeGWcQ8tv6itOGNevjmAzIgk2nGugUH1E0wEJZHdfw_aem_jO8oz9tJHvV4M7ZRr9V80Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/article-14650249\/lip-reader-reveals-melania-said-trump-pope-funeral.html?ito=social-facebook&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5WP7GrBoCIH1nO7QipHeGWcQ8tv6itOGNevjmAzIgk2nGugUH1E0wEJZHdfw_aem_jO8oz9tJHvV4M7ZRr9V80Q\">responded<\/a>\u00a0before participating in the traditional gesture of goodwill.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedYoutube_embed-youtube-container__oihIV\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The day also held personal significance for Melania. In an Instagram post shared on April 27, she thanked supporters for their birthday wishes and reflected on attending the funeral on her special day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">&#8220;I had the honor of attending Pope Francis&#8217; funeral, on this day, where I prayed for the healing of those who are suffering and for peace in the world,&#8221; she\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DI9QQsYuv3q\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DI9QQsYuv3q\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\">wrote<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><iframe src=\"https:\/\/if-cdn.com\/x1z9EHX?_showcaption=false&amp;app=1\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_1\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01\">\n<div id=\"in_article_1-4\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01_2__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"><strong class=\"ContentRenderer_bold__Fo6Iz\">While Melania reflected on the solemn day, the Vatican had already released the official report on\u00a0<\/strong><a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/ondoho.com\/455895-pope-francis-last-appearance-was-one-day.html\"><strong class=\"ContentRenderer_bold__Fo6Iz\">Pope Francis&#8217;<\/strong><\/a><strong class=\"ContentRenderer_bold__Fo6Iz\">\u00a0passing,\u00a0<\/strong>confirming the\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/live\/2025\/04\/21\/world\/pope-francis-updates-vatican\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/live\/2025\/04\/21\/world\/pope-francis-updates-vatican\">cause of death<\/a>\u00a0as a cerebral stroke that led to a coma and what was described as &#8220;irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/xtZbNrEDJN96ewFXgamriyyxHePRleafet5ek3Zh6iw\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYWEzYjAyZTY5MzU2NTE2MTE1NmMyN2IxYzg1MDA5ODlhMGNkYzMxZTc2MTI3ZjcwYzdlNDcyOTM5MTAyM2FjMy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTU5OQ.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/6oxmTbt-js35Rbl7NGP4MBK334p121znr4ARXANBycI\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYWEzYjAyZTY5MzU2NTE2MTE1NmMyN2IxYzg1MDA5ODlhMGNkYzMxZTc2MTI3ZjcwYzdlNDcyOTM5MTAyM2FjMy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTU5OQ.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/bdSUkeaFMU-nxQIrRD38sGW6dgH99m1xMj80q0zpnrE\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYWEzYjAyZTY5MzU2NTE2MTE1NmMyN2IxYzg1MDA5ODlhMGNkYzMxZTc2MTI3ZjcwYzdlNDcyOTM5MTAyM2FjMy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTU5OQ.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/myIA_Jvx4XUDuPkr5GTPrZv3mt57JukBZzBA8vPRijo\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYWEzYjAyZTY5MzU2NTE2MTE1NmMyN2IxYzg1MDA5ODlhMGNkYzMxZTc2MTI3ZjcwYzdlNDcyOTM5MTAyM2FjMy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTU5OQ.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/iiTZoRWg2vxy5CHcfgmdrJbLt0Z0YaI2Shsmgj-oLBY\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYWEzYjAyZTY5MzU2NTE2MTE1NmMyN2IxYzg1MDA5ODlhMGNkYzMxZTc2MTI3ZjcwYzdlNDcyOTM5MTAyM2FjMy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTU5OQ.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/aa3b02e693565161156c27b1c8500989a0cdc31e76127f70c7e4729391023ac3.jpg\" alt=\"Pope Francis leaves the Gemelli hospital, the first time he has appeared in public since being admitted to hospital in Rome, Italy, on March 23, 2025 | Source: Getty Images\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1599\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">Pope Francis leaves the Gemelli hospital, the first time he has appeared in public since being admitted to hospital in Rome, Italy, on March 23, 2025 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Following the news of the Pope&#8217;s death, St. Peter&#8217;s Square filled with emotion. Pilgrims stood in silence, held rosaries, and recited prayers in honor of the late Pope.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">One mourner wrapped themselves in an Argentine flag \u2014\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/live\/2025\/04\/21\/world\/pope-francis-updates-vatican\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/live\/2025\/04\/21\/world\/pope-francis-updates-vatican\">a tribute to Pope Francis&#8217; roots<\/a>. Others looked up at the now-empty balcony, where he had blessed the crowd just the day before. &#8220;I am sad,&#8221;\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/live\/2025\/04\/21\/world\/pope-francis-updates-vatican\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/live\/2025\/04\/21\/world\/pope-francis-updates-vatican\">said<\/a>\u00a0Brigitte Thalhammer, one of many reflecting on the weight of the moment. &#8220;He was very, very important.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2-5\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_02_2__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/EmxXx867sem0n335COenWARra43oqFwvpwS8HVt2KME\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYjk4ZDFiYTA0YjM2NGMzNGZhNGU4ZGVhODZhNWNjNWUyNzIyNTIzNGQ2NTE4ZDAwM2RiMzY3ZjY1OWU0ZTEzOS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYwMA.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/nB7JZyUlmu5OaW9_zlmwthNmUDI6N-ZhYsPDDp2DRsk\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYjk4ZDFiYTA0YjM2NGMzNGZhNGU4ZGVhODZhNWNjNWUyNzIyNTIzNGQ2NTE4ZDAwM2RiMzY3ZjY1OWU0ZTEzOS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYwMA.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/95uiei5wecRXLkesUre3Pr670Vfv9p3ELEawdz97JT4\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYjk4ZDFiYTA0YjM2NGMzNGZhNGU4ZGVhODZhNWNjNWUyNzIyNTIzNGQ2NTE4ZDAwM2RiMzY3ZjY1OWU0ZTEzOS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYwMA.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/lqGX1toL_NhQ01qE0X5Q0CzwPYTwjs7Wl_GzdQAIYm4\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYjk4ZDFiYTA0YjM2NGMzNGZhNGU4ZGVhODZhNWNjNWUyNzIyNTIzNGQ2NTE4ZDAwM2RiMzY3ZjY1OWU0ZTEzOS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYwMA.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/GX_3rmdnffh9kc0H_bf1kvXJjcVUgMyWQJPGqZ9lAAI\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYjk4ZDFiYTA0YjM2NGMzNGZhNGU4ZGVhODZhNWNjNWUyNzIyNTIzNGQ2NTE4ZDAwM2RiMzY3ZjY1OWU0ZTEzOS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYwMA.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/b98d1ba04b364c34fa4e8dea86a5cc5e27225234d6518d003db367f659e4e139.jpg\" alt=\"A man prays below the sculpture of St. John Paul II at the main entrance of the Policlinico A. 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He had been\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-03\/pope-francis-health-update-spiritual-exercises.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-03\/pope-francis-health-update-spiritual-exercises.html\">admitted to Rome&#8217;s Gemelli Hospital<\/a>\u00a0on February 14, 2025, for treatment of pneumonia in both lungs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/6GE-ohCYHyOCGsrQJ-t94ocY6UVbzDCfAN-I6Z0wjpI\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vM2I3MGRmODNmOGYxMzU0NTRlMTM3MmYwOTgyMmZjMjkzMmFkNWU1YWZkOWNjOTJkZDMzN2VjMDYxZGQwOTJhZS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDUwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MzAwMA.jpg 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By late March, after two weeks of noted progress, doctors said the Pope\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/vatican-pope-gemelli-pneumonia-1f35e9d5a29563cd25ef667f77e01eda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/vatican-pope-gemelli-pneumonia-1f35e9d5a29563cd25ef667f77e01eda\">would be discharged<\/a>\u00a0following a 38-day stay that had twice placed his life at risk.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Though he would require two months of rest and was discouraged from large meetings, his personal physicians were optimistic that he could fully resume activities in time.\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/vatican-pope-gemelli-pneumonia-1f35e9d5a29563cd25ef667f77e01eda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/vatican-pope-gemelli-pneumonia-1f35e9d5a29563cd25ef667f77e01eda\">His release<\/a>\u00a0was officially confirmed for March 23. 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He blessed thousands from the balcony of St. Peter&#8217;s Basilica after delegating the day&#8217;s Mass to Cardinal Angelo Comastri.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Hours later, the world would learn the moment was his farewell. On the morning of April 21, the Vatican confirmed Pope Francis had\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/VaticanNews\/status\/1914226689065865254\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/VaticanNews\/status\/1914226689065865254\">passed away<\/a>\u00a0at 7:35 a.m. in his residence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedTwitter_embed-twitter-container__WCsCP\" data-testid=\"embed-twitter tweet\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"twitter-tweet twitter-tweet-rendered\"><iframe id=\"twitter-widget-0\" class=\"\" title=\"X Post\" src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/embed\/Tweet.html?dnt=false&amp;embedId=twitter-widget-0&amp;features=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%3D%3D&amp;frame=false&amp;hideCard=false&amp;hideThread=true&amp;id=1914226689065865254&amp;lang=en&amp;origin=https%3A%2F%2Fondoho.com%2F456057-melania-trump-attends-pope-francis.html&amp;sessionId=edc88ee9feb32200175a3dfce50969fe245361b9&amp;theme=light&amp;widgetsVersion=2615f7e52b7e0%3A1702314776716&amp;width=550px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-tweet-id=\"1914226689065865254\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__c0mSw\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__UoNsa\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__xHoym\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_1\" data-code=\"\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01\">\n<div id=\"in_article_1-8\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23282174040\/d_ondoho_com_intext_01_3__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">At 9:45 a.m., Cardinal Kevin Farrell formally announced the news from Casa Santa Marta, expressing sorrow and gratitude. &#8220;His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church,&#8221; he\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-04\/pope-francis-dies-on-easter-monday-aged-88.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-04\/pope-francis-dies-on-easter-monday-aged-88.html\">said<\/a>. &#8220;He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">According to the Holy See Press Office, the Pope&#8217;s body would be transferred to St. Peter&#8217;s Basilica on April 23 so the faithful may\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-04\/pope-francis-dies-on-easter-monday-aged-88.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-04\/pope-francis-dies-on-easter-monday-aged-88.html\">pay their respects<\/a>. That plan was expected to be finalized following the first General Congregation of Cardinals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/Ca-o2onnY5FGdMwvJ3J7n4UwyfW41__BteDR8suEqVE\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzM0ZTdhOGQ2ZWUzYjNlZGY5MWFiMzc2NzlhMjU3M2JiOTVkMjE1Yjk4NTgzYWJkM2QwZmRhM2JiOTNkYWFjMi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDUwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MzAwMQ.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/5gujDmumRD8mvmEcE3nJAzjJFbDQLXqcteg6OfnwfKQ\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzM0ZTdhOGQ2ZWUzYjNlZGY5MWFiMzc2NzlhMjU3M2JiOTVkMjE1Yjk4NTgzYWJkM2QwZmRhM2JiOTNkYWFjMi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDUwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MzAwMQ.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/lguAbUsry_aQg5BX14YI5Qp8Mbh4lTf3tVy2_tv9YKU\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzM0ZTdhOGQ2ZWUzYjNlZGY5MWFiMzc2NzlhMjU3M2JiOTVkMjE1Yjk4NTgzYWJkM2QwZmRhM2JiOTNkYWFjMi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDUwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MzAwMQ.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/0WzhyitYle7Q5JH5X4B_WWnS6gADEZ0vWwk-Z3qLM3U\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzM0ZTdhOGQ2ZWUzYjNlZGY5MWFiMzc2NzlhMjU3M2JiOTVkMjE1Yjk4NTgzYWJkM2QwZmRhM2JiOTNkYWFjMi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDUwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MzAwMQ.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.ondoho.com\/k0UratvGy4mEfyACK2uPvO20c6qwnoHV-2i5Zfw2zYk\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzM0ZTdhOGQ2ZWUzYjNlZGY5MWFiMzc2NzlhMjU3M2JiOTVkMjE1Yjk4NTgzYWJkM2QwZmRhM2JiOTNkYWFjMi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDUwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MzAwMQ.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/c34e7a8d6ee3b3edf91ab37679a2573bb95d215b98583abd3d0fda3bb93daac2.jpg\" alt=\"Pope Francis meeting Italian actor and director Roberto Benigni at Paul VI Hall in Vatican City, on December 7, 2022 | Source: Getty Images\" width=\"4500\" height=\"3001\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">Pope Francis meeting Italian actor and director Roberto Benigni at Paul VI Hall in Vatican City, on December 7, 2022 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">At 8 p.m. on Monday evening, a\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__2Di7A\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-04\/pope-francis-dies-on-easter-monday-aged-88.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.vaticannews.va\/en\/pope\/news\/2025-04\/pope-francis-dies-on-easter-monday-aged-88.html\">formal rite<\/a> was held to certify the Pope&#8217;s death and place his body in a coffin in the chapel of his residence. 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