Who is Leo XIV, the new Pope chosen by cardinals to lead the Catholic Church?

At 69 years old, he is seven years younger than Pope Francis was when he was elected.
Who is Leo XIV, the new Pope chosen by cardinals to lead the Catholic Church?

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV (Alessandra Tarantino/AP)

Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost will forever now be known as Pope Leo XIV.

At 69 years old, he is seven years younger than Pope Francis was when he was elected.

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