One Detail About Pope Leo XIV’s Look While Meeting the General Public at St. Peter’s Square Ignites a Stir — Photo
When the Pope stepped out in Vatican City, one small accessory lit up social media, and it wasn’t even part of his traditional papal garments.
While greeting newlyweds and visitors on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV was wearing a black Chicago White Sox baseball cap atop his white cassock. The image, blending sacred tradition with sports casual, quickly lit up social media for its unusual and striking contrast.
Pope Leo XIV wears a White Sox cap while meeting newlyweds at the Vatican on June 11, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
The moment quickly caught attention online, and the Chicago White Sox joined in by posting the image in support of Pope Leo XIV’s unexpected look. “@Pontifex representing his favorite squad 🔥,” the post read.
Reactions online were swift and divided. One netizen expressed disapproval, “I don’t think this is funny! 😑🖐 he needs to stop!” Another commented, “Do pope’s do things like this? If not i feel like its tacky and unserious but idk much about the papacy tbh [sic].
Some raised concerns about the symbolism of deviating from full ceremonial attire, “I hope he didn’t wear the whole way through the service. I don’t think he can give blessings or curse people with ailments or rain toads,unless the whole Pope regalia is worn.”
Others took a lighter approach, joking, “Very concerning that such a high ranking religious figure would choose the wrong team. Hopefully it’s just limited to baseball. 🙂
