The most recent pope, Pope Francis (born Jorge Mario Bergoglio), became pope on March 13, 2013. He was elected the 266th pope on the second day of the 2013 papal conclave, following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. Pope Francis is notable for being the first Latin American pope and the first Jesuit pope. He served as pope until his death on April 21, 2025.

As of May 8, 2025, the new pope is Leo XIV, who was elected following Pope Francis's death.