Pope Benedict XVI: key obituary facts
Is Pope Benedict XVI dead? Yes. Pope Benedict XVI died on December 31, 2022, at age 95.
Cause of death: Pope Benedict XVI's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Pope Benedict XVI known for?
He was known as German Roman Catholic cardinal and theologian.
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German Roman Catholic cardinal and theologian
Died on Saturday December 31st 2022