Pope Leo marks 70th birthday with thousands at St. Peter's Square

The celebration mixed music, prayer, and messages of peace.
Text: Óscar Ontañón Docal
Published 2025-09-15

Yesterday, the Vatican turned into a stage of celebration as Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, marked his 70th birthday surrounded by a sea of pilgrims in St. Peter's Square. Now, some images have being shared from the celebration that took place these last few days, which include, among other things, a concert with Bocelli and Pharrell Williams, followed up by a drone show. Of course, if you are interested in seeing these images, you can do so below or through the following link. Go!

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Castelgandolfo, Italy - August 15, 2025: Pope Leo XIV leaves the Apostolic Palace and greets the faithful in Piazza della Libertà before the Church of San Tommaso da Villanova for the August 15th Mass

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