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Pope Leo XIV Begins Papacy as Fans Spot Harry Styles in Vatican Crowd

The first American-born pope emphasizes unity in his inaugural address, while Harry Styles’ unconfirmed appearance sparks social media buzz.

Harry Styles in the crowd outside St Peter's
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Overview

  • Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first U.S.-born pontiff in Catholic Church history after a swift two-day conclave.
  • Thousands gathered at St. Peter’s Square on May 8 to hear Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural address, where he called for unity, peace, and dialogue.
  • Fans claim Harry Styles was spotted incognito in the crowd, wearing sunglasses and a viral 'Techno is My Boyfriend' baseball cap, though his representatives have not confirmed his presence.
  • Social media platforms were flooded with posts and photos from fans, joking about the intersection of celebrity culture and the historic papal event.
  • Pope Leo XIV, a member of the Augustinian Order, spent much of his career in Peru and is seen as a unifying figure for the Catholic Church's traditionalist and moderate factions.