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Patti Smith Meets Pope Leo XIV | Music News
Patti Smith, punk poet and memoirist, just had a surprise 40-minute chat with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican — and it was everything you’d expect: heartfelt, hilarious, and deeply human. Joined by her friend Reverend Antonio Spadaro, Smith, who’s from Chicago like the Pope, found instant kinship over music, memory, and hope in a fractured world. The Vatican shared photos and video of their warm, candid conversation — which Smith called “a moment that would always bring a smile.” It’s the latest chapter in Smith’s journey, following her memoir about finding her father and upcoming gigs at CBGBs…
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