Pope Leo XIV joins ‘White Sox' chant in spirited Vatican scene
Pope Leo XIV's passion for the White Sox was on display once again at Vatican City.
When taking in his general audience on Wednesday at St. Peter's Square, the American-born pontiff was greeted with cheers from supporters, some of whom broke into a 'White Sox' chant that didn't go unnoticed by the infamous Chicago sports fan.
As the Popemobile approached the White Sox admirers, Pope Leo XIV — who hails from the Windy City — could be seen mouthing, 'White Sox,' as captured in a video shared by TikTok user jacobusch.clan.
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4 Pope Leo XIV joined a White Sox chant in Vatican City.
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This show of support comes days after Pope Leo XIV rocked a White Sox cap while greeting other visitors, including a bride and groom.
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Pope Leo XIV's adoration for the White Sox sparked worldwide headlines last month when he was elected the first American pope. He succeeded Pope Francis, who passed away in April at the age of 88 after succumbing to a lengthy battle with double pneumonia.
As speculation mounted as to whether Pope Leo XIV cheered for the White Sox or the Cubs, his brother cleared the air.
4 Pole Leo XIV sported a White Sox cap in St. Peter's Square in June 2025.
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4 The Chicago native is the first American pope.
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'He was never ever a Cubs fan, so I don't know where that came from,' John Prevost told local Chicago station WGN TV. 'He was always a Sox fan. Our mother was a Cubs fan. I don't know, maybe that clued in there and our dad was a Cardinals fan, so I don't know where all that came from.
'And all the aunts, our mom's family was from the north side, so that's why they were Cubs fans.'
Shortly after he was selected head of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV — born Robert Prevost — was honored with a graphic installation at the White Sox's home Rate Field stadium.
4 The White Sox honored Pope Leo XIV with a graphic installation at Rate Field.
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Although spirits for the White Sox have been high on the other side of the globe, it's been gloomy stateside for the Chicago club, which has dropped six straight.
Currently last in the AL Central at 23-50, the White Sox are hoping to get their first win since June 10 on Thursday against the Cardinals.
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