The late Pope Francis continues to be remembered for his legacy after the conclave held to elect a new leader of the Catholic Church. The striking impact left by Jorge Mario Bergoglio becomes evident in scenes of people crying in tribute to his work at the forefront of the institution.
Popular culture also made its presence felt during this event, with references to The Simpsons and the movie "Conclave," portrayed in memes that highlight the relevance of the papal election. The virtual community quickly reacted after the designation of the new supreme pontiff, mathematician Robert Francis Prevost, who holds dual nationality of American and Peruvian.
The white smoke that emanated from the Sistine Chapel and the ringing of the bells were the signs that announced the conclusion of the conclave and the designation of the new pope, marking a historic moment in the Catholic Church. The 133 cardinals present unanimously decided to name Robert Francis Prevost as the successor to Francis, unleashing a wave of memes on social media that celebrated the news.
From images of animals dressed in papal attire to references to movies like Harry Potter, the memes highlighted the surprising election and the anxiety leading up to the announcement of 'Habemus Papam'. Humor and creativity were abundant on social media, reflecting the diversity of reactions to the election of the new religious leader.
