If I had a nickel for every pope elected during my life who looked like Palpatine at some point in his arc, I'd have 2 nickels, which isn't a lot but it's weird that it happened twice.
this post was submitted on 11 May 2025
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That joke has been done before and no one can out Palpatine pope Benedict.
I’m sorry but Joe Lieberman is the original Palpatine lookalike
Uncanny.
No you are correct but in the context of popes and i don't think Joe has ever been elected pope.
Star Wars: A New Pope
Ironic...
It's just wild to me that they use the same shitty red cup things my church busts out for Jeebus Night
I am the conclave!
I’ve seen this meme before…