Pope Leo XIV was included in Vanity Fair magazine's 2026 best dressed list. The pontiff appears alongside other internationally prominent figures such as filmmaker Spike Lee, singer Rihanna, actress Nicole Kidman and footballer Erling Haaland.
Pope Leo XIV's inclusion on Vanity Fair's list represents an unusual recognition for a religious leader, who is not normally associated with fashion lists. The magazine's selection highlights figures who stand out for their personal style across different areas, such as film, music, sports and, now, also religious leadership.
The Vatican has not yet officially commented on the Pope's inclusion on the list. This is an unprecedented situation in the publication's history, which normally covers figures from the entertainment, fashion and sports worlds.
Pope Leo XIV's presence among names like Rihanna and Nicole Kidman demonstrates how the new pontiff's figure has attracted international attention beyond religious matters, also reaching the world of pop culture and fashion.
