The death of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, has generated a wave of condolences and tributes from world leaders and entertainment figures.
Among them are Gloria Estefan, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Longoria and J Balvin, who shared emotional messages remembering the pontiff for his humility, sense of humor and commitment to those most in need.
Gloria Estefan: A respectful publication
Through her Instagram account, singer and activist Gloria Estefan, expressed her love and sorrow for the death of Pope Francis.
He published an image where the Pope can be seen very happy, in a visit that Gloria and Emilio Estefan paid him a few years ago at the Vatican.
“May Pope Francis rest in peace and power. He opened hearts and minds and guided us with courage. Thank you for putting love and acceptance above all things until your last moments on this Earth,” was the message from the singer of Raíces.
Whoopi Goldberg: An endearing friendship
Actress and host Whoopi Goldberg paid tribute to Pope Francis through a post on Instagram, where she shared a photo of her visit to the Vatican in October 2023.
On that occasion, he gave her items related to his film “Sister Act” and proposed a cameo in the third installment of the saga.
Goldberg highlighted the Pope’s inclusiveness and compassion, comparing him to John XXIII, and concluded his message with, “Sail on Pope Francis with your love of humanity & Laughter.”
Eva Longoria: Appreciation for her advocacy for the marginalized
Actress and activist Eva Longoria expressed her gratitude to Pope Francis for his advocacy for marginalized communities.
She shared a photo of a meeting with the pontiff and wrote: “Thank you for being an ally to so many of us and raising your voice for the marginalized. Your compassion, kindness and humility will always be remembered.”
In an Instagram story, the Latina actress posted a photo of Pope Francis and hands praying for him.
J Balvin: Memories of a special encounter
Colombian singer J Balvin recalled his meeting with Pope Francis during the Vitae Summit 2022 at the Vatican.
On that occasion, they shared selfies and the pontiff called him “naughty,” to which Balvin responded with humor.
The artist expressed his admiration for the Pope’s humility and humanity, highlighting his ability to connect with people from different walks of life.
The reaction to J Balvin's image provoked a lot of laughter, somewhat mockingly from people
A legacy that transcends
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The departure of Pope Francis has left a deep impression on leaders and public figures around the world.
His focus on social justice, inclusion and humility has been recognized and celebrated by people of diverse faiths and cultures.
Pope Francis’ legacy will live on as an example of compassionate leadership committed to the most vulnerable.
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