Pope Leo XIV, the youngest pope in four decades, celebrates his 70th ...
Pope Leo XIV has marked his 70th birthday by thanking God, his parents and all those who prayed for him.
www.cbsnews.comI don’t have access to live updates right now, but here’s the latest I can confirm from recent coverage.
Core answer
- Pope Leo XIV is reported to have turned 70 in September 2025, marking his 70th birthday at the Vatican. This was covered by multiple outlets at the time of the celebration [sources below].
Context and notable details
- He was elected pope in May 2025 at age 69, making him one of the younger popes in recent decades at the time of his election [CBNews coverage and related reports]. This youth relative to recent popes was highlighted in several outlets during the early months of his papacy.[1][4]
- The birthday celebrations in St. Peter’s Square included public greetings, banners, and a formal blessing, with coverage noting the presence of the faithful and international attention around his birthday.[5][1]
- Reports from late 2025 emphasize that Leo XIV continued various ceremonial and pastoral duties, with observers noting the demanding nature of the papal role, especially for a pontiff elected at a relatively young age.[4]
Citations
- Pope Leo XIV’s 70th birthday celebration and public remarks reported by CBS News.[1]
- CBS News overview of his birthday in Vatican events.[2]
- Additional context on his election age and comparisons to predecessors from Economic Times and ABC-aligned coverage.[3][4]
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