Georg Gänswein
Georg Gänswein is a German priest and former personal secretary to Pope Benedict XVI. He has served as the Vatican's ambassador to the Baltic states and is known for his close ties to the papacy. Recently, he was in the news as he expressed his prayers for the recovery of Pope Francis, amidst growing concerns about the Pope's health.
Born on Jul 30, 1956 (69 years old)
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Germany:
Georg Gänswein exposes dubious dealings regarding a supposed papal head covering.
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Estonia:
Gänswein represents the Vatican as a nuncio in the Baltic states since 2024.
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Italy:
Georg Gänswein is the historical secretary of Pope Benedict XVI and recently met with Pope Leone XIV.
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Italy:
Georg Ganswein was the prefect of the Papal Household.
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Colombia:
Georg Gänswein was the last permanent private secretary of a pope before León XIV.
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Italy:
Georg Gänswein is criticized for his ambiguous role and perceived harm to Pope Francis.
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Switzerland:
Georg Gänswein promised to reveal 'the whole truth' about Franziskus in his book.
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Spain:
Georg Gänswein was the personal secretary of Benedicto XVI.
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Spain:
Georg Gänswein was the personal secretary of Pope Benedict XVI and faced conflicts with Pope Francis.
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Venezuela:
Georg Gänswein was the personal secretary of Benedict XVI and commented on the Pope emeritus's feelings about recent changes.
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