{"id":2181,"date":"2025-05-30T04:39:01","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T03:39:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/time.amazingstory.blog\/?p=2181"},"modified":"2025-05-30T04:39:05","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T03:39:05","slug":"joe-bidens-inappropriate-behavior-at-pope-francis-funeral-causes-a-stir-video","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/time.amazingstory.blog\/?p=2181","title":{"rendered":"Joe Biden\u2019s \u2018Inappropriate\u2019 Behavior at Pope Francis\u2019 Funeral Causes a Stir \u2014 Video"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The former president of the United States found himself under fire after taking selfies as he arrived at the Pope\u2019s funeral over the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On April 26, 2025, Joe Biden attended Pope Francis\u2019s funeral alongside his wife, Jill Biden, in St. Peter\u2019s Square, Vatican City. The former POTUS was among many who came to honor His Holiness\u2019s life and bid him farewell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/a336d0b6876eb7005643c005e2f11d8123fa2f8cf5a891a527cecc1c8a693e9b.jpg\" alt=\"A user comment left under an Instagram post uploaded on April 27, 2025. | Source: Instagram\/nypost\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A user comment left under an Instagram post uploaded on April 27, 2025. | Source: Instagram\/nypost<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As they were&nbsp;no longer heads of state, he and his wife were seated at the back of the foreign dignitaries\u2019 section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/5a49efc1c59485498981215edf33284f7138a1e36e55b4c7205c3cde6988995c.jpg\" alt=\"An X user reacting to Former President Joe Biden taking selfies at Pope Francis's funeral. | Source: X\/MScobeeH\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An X user reacting to Former President Joe Biden taking selfies at Pope Francis\u2019s funeral. | Source: X\/MScobeeH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon arrival, Biden was seen&nbsp;taking selfies&nbsp;with other officials, an action many found inappropriate at such a solemn event. Viewers took to social media to express their disapproval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/d1c85ae7ba32624af1ccb04166e5d59354edb3923b567b94426a626f1ab98125.jpg\" alt=\"An X user reacting to Former President Joe Biden taking selfies at Pope Francis's funeral. | Source: X\/davidallen28460\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An X user reacting to Former President Joe Biden taking selfies at Pope Francis\u2019s funeral. | Source: X\/davidallen28460<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cSnapping selfies at the popes funeral is extremely inappropriate [sic],\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;one disgruntled viewer&nbsp;wrote.&nbsp;<em>\u201cSelfies at a funeral is a lot disrespectful,\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;another&nbsp;disapproved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/ff0ad1ac355160f515d4b237e65b5f2b6c5b5a305b47bffccdf349c62b8b9506.jpg\" alt=\"Former U.S. President Joe Biden arrives at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Former U.S. President Joe Biden arrives at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cWow, selfies at a funeral. That\u2019s messed up. There\u2019s a time and place for that kind of thing people,\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;another viewer&nbsp;chimed&nbsp;in. The commentary continued on X, as one person&nbsp;wrote,&nbsp;<em>\u201cWhat a disrespect to the Pope to take pictures [sic].\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed\/v2\/7497587597598887190\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cNotice how Biden is using the Pope\u2019s funeral for photo ops?!!\u201d&nbsp;<\/em>another&nbsp;accused. Among those who took pictures with Biden was Ugandan Member of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/1877a3ca8330a9e39b4f3c6c01cd46c35f7f55fabca67d2ac35790776428f76c.jpg\" alt=\"Former U.S. President and First Lady Jill and Joe Biden arrive at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025, in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Former U.S. President and First Lady Jill and Joe Biden arrive at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025, in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tayebwa shared photos from the funeral\u2014one of which showed him and Biden pictured together\u2014in a tribute post on X. \u201cTogether with my sister the Rt. Hon. Anitah Among, we joined world leaders and the faithful for the burial of His Holiness Pope Francis today at Vatican,\u201d he&nbsp;wrote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/embed\/Tweet.html?dnt=false&#038;embedId=twitter-widget-0&#038;features=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%3D%3D&#038;frame=false&#038;hideCard=false&#038;hideThread=true&#038;id=1916127747480457451&#038;lang=en&#038;origin=https%3A%2F%2Fondoho.com%2F456095-joe-bidens-inappropriate-behavior-at.html&#038;sessionId=5bc57283b39b3c534782889e90f6c71337325e98&#038;theme=light&#038;widgetsVersion=2615f7e52b7e0%3A1702314776716&#038;width=550px<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m glad I had the chance to bid farewell to my spiritual leader who meant a lot to me personally. May His Soul Rest in Eternal Peace,\u201d Tayebwa&nbsp;concluded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/8652b52af17d14a4dd346c6125e59997295ecf5f836d89ca0175fa85c987078b.jpg\" alt=\"Former U.S. President and First Lady Joe Biden and Jill Biden arrive at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025, in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Former U.S. President and First Lady Joe Biden and Jill Biden arrive at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025, in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pope Francis&nbsp;took his last breath&nbsp;on April 21, 2025. The Vatican later revealed that his&nbsp;cause of death&nbsp;was a stroke. He was 88.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/ad61523249e94afb37629be36fdb9e4a9add284a3e94f2968075671fef66f983.jpg\" alt=\"Former U.S. President Joe Biden arrives at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Former U.S. President Joe Biden arrives at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon hearing of the Holy Father\u2019s passing, Biden took to Instagram to share his heartfelt condolences. Alongside a photo of him and Pope Francis engrossed in a meeting, Biden expressed great sadness in learning of His Holiness\u2019s death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/b1a9b02da3591a334177845be4d54e627247e152ea5f2816f1fdce07c378aa47.jpg\" alt=\"Former U.S. President Joe Biden arrives at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Former U.S. President Joe Biden arrives at the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter\u2019s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cHe was unlike any who came before him,\u201d he&nbsp;said, adding that&nbsp;Pope Francis&nbsp;would be remembered as one of the \u201cmost consequential leaders\u201d of our time. \u201cI am better for having known him,\u201d he&nbsp;shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/if-cdn.com\/YrCK0CT?_showcaption=false&#038;app=1\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Biden\u2019s appearance at Pope Francis\u2019s funeral isn\u2019t the only one that sparked buzz online.&nbsp;<strong>From a clip of their departure that triggered \u201cfake Melania\u201d rumors to her appearance at the late Pope\u2019s funeral, see the photos and videos that had everyone talking.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/42aa36955a642c1742382037256fbca47195497d4f49efab4db48fdb071b5444.jpg\" alt=\"A general view of St. Peter\u2019s Square as pallbearers carry the coffin during the funeral of Pope Francis on April 26, 2025, in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A general view of St. Peter\u2019s Square as pallbearers carry the coffin during the funeral of Pope Francis on April 26, 2025, in Vatican City, Vatican. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/527f8b15eb3c8d31f161d627224143cd9cfdcca44bae7fba4dc790ee6869dcdc.jpg\" alt=\"A netizen's comment dated April 25, 2025. | Source: X\/@Jennyjinx\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A netizen\u2019s comment dated April 25, 2025. | Source: X\/@Jennyjinx<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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\n\n\n<p>Theories&nbsp;about a \u201cfake Melania\u201d gained traction as clips and screenshots were shared across various platforms, fueling widespread debate.<em>\u201cDefinitely not Melania; hair too light and no heels. Melania always wears heels!\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;one netizen&nbsp;shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/if-cdn.com\/MEmgTrS?_showcaption=false&#038;app=1\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another person echoed the same sentiment, adamant that the real First Lady would&nbsp;never wear flat shoes&nbsp;and would likely avoid traveling overseas with her husband for the entire trip. Someone else&nbsp;added,&nbsp;<em>\u201cIt sure doesn\u2019t look like her-the forehead and jawline seem different.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another commenter pointed out that the woman in the clip walked too loosely compared to Melania\u2019s typically&nbsp;rigid and poised demeanor, further fueling theories that a stand-in was used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/video.php?app_id=493078077833106&#038;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df86b424301dd64311%26domain%3Dondoho.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fondoho.com%252Ff4275d52848cfea3a%26relation%3Dparent.parent&#038;container_width=600&#038;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fwatch%2F%3Fv%3D699333709310935%26mWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D622%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D639&#038;locale=en_US&#038;sdk=joey<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the online chatter leading up to their arrival, the Trumps eventually landed in Rome and attended the&nbsp;late Pontiff\u2019s&nbsp;funeral 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\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/da2ae668de6fadbbd3fbcbaa5ae998220187a9ce50cabe12d24942272857a74f.jpg\" alt=\"President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump photographed on April 26, 2025. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump photographed on April 26, 2025. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her accessories included lace gloves and a subtle cross necklace, highlighting a respectful and timeless look appropriate for the occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Donald was dressed in a navy blue suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a deep blue tie. His American flag pin was prominently displayed on his jacket lapel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/f2fa2c17df05ba0ce685a838c5b509391815ed3541aaafcad192b8b89ff79b33.jpg\" alt=\"Donald and Melania Trump during the funeral ceremony of Pope Francis on April 26, 2025. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Donald and Melania Trump during the funeral ceremony of Pope Francis on April 26, 2025. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The couple maintained a composed and respectful demeanor throughout the ceremony, their serious expressions reflecting the gravity of the moment. Photographs captured Melania\u2019s composed presence and Donald\u2019s participation, with both appearing focused during the service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/1d566a4dae9b0a21e795be25b204378b20dd3d3029f15a06523e110ce4233343.jpg\" alt=\"President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump during the funeral ceremony of Pope Francis at Saint Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025. | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump during the funeral ceremony of Pope Francis at Saint Peter\u2019s Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following their appearance, social media lit up with reactions, with netizens still convinced the First Lady did not look like herself.&nbsp;<em>\u201cMelania looks different. Is it really her?\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;one person&nbsp;shared&nbsp;in part. Another&nbsp;added,&nbsp;<em>\u201cWhat happened to her face?\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;while someone else&nbsp;wrote,&nbsp;<em>\u201cHer face looks like it\u2019s melting off.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/dd1f2365bebe9b6f9f54ea8194bddde61b81dc784124bd32003e6060f12bb278.jpg\" alt=\"Donald and Melania Trump | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Donald and Melania Trump | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to attending the funeral, Donald and Melania made a private visit to St. Peter\u2019s Basilica to&nbsp;pay their respects&nbsp;to Pope Francis. In an intimate moment, they stood before the late pontiff\u2019s casket, flanked by two Swiss Guards in their traditional colorful uniforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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\n\n\n<p>Both appeared deep in thought as they paid tribute, the grandeur and intricate detail of the basilica\u2019s architecture providing a powerful backdrop to the poignant scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/if-cdn.com\/I00A6AF?_showcaption=false&#038;app=1\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Later during the three-hour Catholic Mass, the congregation, including numerous&nbsp;world leaders, was invited to exchange a \u201csign of peace\u201d by&nbsp;shaking hands. 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\n\n\n<p>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\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/if-cdn.com\/Hac559V?_showcaption=false&#038;app=1\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>She reportedly leaned in and&nbsp;whispered, \u201cYou should do it,\u201d before repeating herself for emphasis. Following her urging, Donald reluctantly extended his hand to French president Emmanuel Macron. \u201cOh, alright,\u201d he reportedly&nbsp;responded&nbsp;before participating in the traditional gesture of goodwill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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\n\n\n<p>\u201cI had the honor of attending Pope Francis\u2019 funeral, on this day, where I prayed for the healing of those who are suffering and for peace in the world,\u201d she&nbsp;wrote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/if-cdn.com\/x1z9EHX?_showcaption=false&#038;app=1\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>While Melania reflected on the solemn day, the Vatican had already released the official report on&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Pope Francis\u2019<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;passing,&nbsp;<\/strong>confirming the&nbsp;cause of death&nbsp;as a cerebral stroke that led to a coma and what was described as \u201cirreversible cardiocirculatory collapse.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>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\n\n\n<p>Following the news of the Pope\u2019s death, St. Peter\u2019s Square filled with emotion. Pilgrims stood in silence, held rosaries, and recited prayers in honor of the late Pope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One mourner wrapped themselves in an Argentine flag \u2014&nbsp;a tribute to Pope Francis\u2019 roots. Others looked up at the now-empty balcony, where he had blessed the crowd just the day before. \u201cI am sad,\u201d&nbsp;said&nbsp;Brigitte Thalhammer, one of many reflecting on the weight of the moment. \u201cHe was very, very important.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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. Gemelli Hospital where Pope Francis is being cared for in Rome, Italy, on March 13, 2025\u00a0 | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A man prays below the sculpture of St. John Paul II at the main entrance of the Policlinico A. Gemelli Hospital where Pope Francis is being cared for in Rome, Italy, on March 13, 2025 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After a rosary concluded,&nbsp;spontaneous applause&nbsp;rippled through the square \u2014 a final gesture of gratitude for the 88-year-old pontiff who had shaped a decade of the Catholic Church\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pope Francis\u2019 death came after months of health complications that had raised global concern. He had been&nbsp;admitted to Rome\u2019s Gemelli Hospital&nbsp;on February 14, 2025, for treatment of pneumonia in both lungs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/3b70df83f8f135454e1372f09822fc2932ad5e5afd9cc92dd337ec061dd092ae.jpg\" alt=\"Pope Francis greeting soccer player Dani Alves during the launch of the Scholas Occurrentes International Movement at the Pontifical Urban University in Vatican City, on May 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pope Francis greeting soccer player Dani Alves during the launch of the Scholas Occurrentes International Movement at the Pontifical Urban University in Vatican City, on May 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to medical reports at the time, he alternated between high-flow oxygen during the day and non-invasive mechanical ventilation at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite his condition, he continued spiritual duties from his hospital room, following the Roman Curia\u2019s Spiritual Exercises via video and even celebrating the&nbsp;12th anniversary of his election&nbsp;with a cake brought in by his medical team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/4c9c559139d75a03394c9ae9465e10557e65adb73d4e0c2a668018913375da13.jpg\" alt=\"Pope Francis blessing a baby during his weekly audience at the Paul VI Hall in Vatican City, on February 12, 2020 | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pope Francis blessing a baby during his weekly audience at the Paul VI Hall in Vatican City, on February 12, 2020 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vatican described his status as clinically stable within a complex framework. By late March, after two weeks of noted progress, doctors said the Pope&nbsp;would be discharged&nbsp;following a 38-day stay that had twice placed his life at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.&nbsp;His release&nbsp;was officially confirmed for March 23. That day, he returned to the Vatican to convalesce at Casa Santa Marta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ondoho.com\/d6bf906869d22243a924b418b03c8e0805eeccf4d1ad0aa2ee18d65833025dd9.jpg\" alt=\"Pope Francis appears on his balcony to speak to the crowds at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome, Italy, on March 23, 2025 | Source: Getty Images\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pope Francis appears on his balcony to speak to the crowds at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome, Italy, on March 23, 2025 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, on Easter Sunday, April 20, Pope Francis appeared before the public one final time. He blessed thousands from the balcony of St. Peter\u2019s Basilica after delegating the day\u2019s Mass to Cardinal Angelo Comastri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hours later, the world would learn the moment was his farewell. On the morning of April 21, the Vatican confirmed Pope Francis had&nbsp;passed away&nbsp;at 7:35 a.m. in his residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/embed\/Tweet.html?dnt=false&#038;embedId=twitter-widget-1&#038;features=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%3D%3D&#038;frame=false&#038;hideCard=false&#038;hideThread=true&#038;id=1914226689065865254&#038;lang=en&#038;origin=https%3A%2F%2Fondoho.com%2F456095-joe-bidens-inappropriate-behavior-at.html&#038;sessionId=5bc57283b39b3c534782889e90f6c71337325e98&#038;theme=light&#038;widgetsVersion=2615f7e52b7e0%3A1702314776716&#038;width=550px<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At 9:45 a.m., Cardinal Kevin Farrell formally announced the news from Casa Santa Marta, expressing sorrow and gratitude. \u201cHis entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church,\u201d he&nbsp;said. \u201cHe taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the Holy See Press Office, the Pope\u2019s body would be transferred to St. Peter\u2019s Basilica on April 23 so the faithful may&nbsp;pay their respects. That plan was expected to be finalized following the first General Congregation of Cardinals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>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\n\n\n<p>At 8 p.m. on Monday evening, a&nbsp;formal rite&nbsp;was held to certify the Pope\u2019s death and place his body in a coffin in the chapel of his residence. The act was validated by Cardinal Farrell and lasted just under an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seals were also placed on the papal apartment in the Apostolic Palace and on the second floor of Casa Santa Marta, where he had lived. 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