The 35 Funniest Memes and Reactions to ‘Chicago Pope’ Pope Leo XIV
After a day and change in conclave, the Cardinals have spoken, electing Pope Leo XIV as the new Pontiff.
As news of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost’s Papal promotion spread around the globe, folks found themselves less concerned with his missionary work in South America and his care for migrants than his status as the first Chicagoian — and American, for that matter — to be anointed “Da Pope.”
“Chicago pope to introduce Italy to Italian Beef,” joked Twitter user @nwi_jsp while @AnnieAgar wished the Windy City could keep this momentum when it came to sports.
“Chicago produced a Pope before a QB who throws for 4000 yards.”
While we wait to see whether the body and blood of Christ will henceforth be symbolized with a square of tavern-style pizza and a shot of Malört, we can laugh at these hilarious Tweets about “Chicago Pope.” The funniest include a papal Super Bowl Shuffle, whether “love thy neighbor” includes Green Bay Packers fans, and Lori Lightfoot’s Bene Gesserit status.
