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Pope Leo XIV, who grew up in a humble 3-bedroom home in Illinois, may follow in his predecessor's footsteps or opt for the more traditional choice of the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City.

His reign as the sovereign of Vatican City was brief, as he died 33 days later. He was ordained in 1935, appointed bishop in 1958 and created archbishop of Venice in 1969.