Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle
United StatespoliticianMaleb. 19578.0Global Dominance: 0.02%Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is a prominent Filipino prelate of the Roman Catholic Church, known for his reformist views and emphasis on social justice. Appointed as the Archbishop of Manila in 2011, Tagle has been a leading voice for the poor and marginalized, advocating for a more inclusive Church. He is considered one of the front-runners in the upcoming conclave to elect the next pope, reflecting his significant influence within the global Catholic community.
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Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle represented Pope Leo at Archbishop Fulton Sheen's beatification Mass.
Fulton Sheen nears sainthood as his message resonates today: Michael KnowlesUnited States· 2026-09-26
Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin, who served as the Vatican’s number two under Francis, and Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle are considered the front-runners.
Cardinals set for second day of conclave to elect a new pope
Guyana· 2025-05-08
They were rooting for their compatriot Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, one of the favorites.
Black smoke rises again, as voting for pope continues
Taiwan· 2025-05-08
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines is 3-1 in the betting odds for the papacy.
‘I am very proud to be a Roman Catholic in Ireland today’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-07
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines is 3-1.
Children and the dangers of gambling – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-07
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines is 3-1.
Live updates as cardinals set to gather in Sistine Chapel to elect new pope – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-07
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is admired by the Filipino community and is nicknamed the 'Pope Francis of the Philippines'.
Inside the world's most secret ballot
United Kingdom· 2025-05-06
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is known as the 'Pope Francis of the Philippines'.
Popemobile to become health clinic for Gaza childrenUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-05
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is mentioned as a potential diversity candidate.
Cardinals at a crossroads: Rival camps emerge in battle over new popeUnited States· 2025-05-02
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is named as an early contender for the papacy.
Race to succeed Pope Francis begins with his funeral, as informal alliances of cardinals emerge – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-26
