Jean-Paul II

Jean-Paul II

religious leader Poland

Jean-Paul II, born Karol Józef Wojtyła in 1920, served as pope from 1978 until his death in 2005, becoming one of the most influential leaders in modern history. He was the first non-Italian pope in 455 years and was known for his efforts to improve the Catholic Church's relations with Judaism, Islam, and the Eastern Orthodox Church. His papacy was marked by his extensive travels, promotion of human rights, and strong stance against communism, particularly in his native Poland. His charismatic leadership and deep spirituality made him a beloved figure worldwide, and he was canonized as a saint in 2014.

Born on May 18, 1920 (105 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
54,336
Power
2,253$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
France 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 65,273,511 54,304 $2,700,000 2,246$
Monaco 1 8.00 0.08% +0% 39,242 32 $7,800 6$
Totals 2 65,312,753 54,336 $2,707,800 2,252$
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Recent Mentions

France France: Jean-Paul II called for more than two million young people to participate in the World Youth Days in 2000. 9

Le Monde: A Rome, Léon XIV préside une veillée de prière géante devant des centaines de milliers de jeunes

France France: Jean Paul II is referenced as the first Polish pope during the Cold War, highlighting the significance of Léon XIV's election. 8

Le Monde: « A peine élu, Léon XIV prononce des paroles aux antipodes de l’esprit vengeur qui semble avoir saisi les Etats-Unis »

France France: Jean Paul II established the voting protocol for electing a new pope in 1996. 9

Le Monde: L’élection d’un nouveau pape, un protocole soigneusement réglé