Amalia Damonte
Amalia Damonte is known for her past relationship with Jorge Bergoglio, who later became Pope Francis. In recent news, she revealed that as a teenager, Bergoglio expressed a desire to marry her, even writing love letters in the late 1940s. Damonte recalls feeling conflicted about their relationship, particularly due to her parents' disapproval of him. Following Bergoglio's election as pope, she shared her surprise and expressed pride in his achievements, hoping he would fulfill his promises and aspirations as the leader of the Catholic Church.
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Jamaica:
Young Jorge proposed marriage to Amalia in a letter which included a drawing of a house he promised to buy if they married.
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Costa Rica:
Amalia Damonte was a childhood friend of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who later expressed that their relationship was not a love story.
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Dominican Republic:
Amalia Damonte was the childhood love of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who shared memories of their youthful romance.
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Estonia:
Amalia Damonte reflects on her past relationship with Bergoglio and expresses her relief at having said 'no' to his marriage proposal.
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