Pope Leo XIV has been named to Vanity Fair's best-dressed list for 2026, marking an unexpected entry on the magazine's rankings of the world's most fashionable people. The 70-year-old pontiff was among 70 names featured in the list, which the magazine released for the first time in a decade.
Vanity Fair praised the head of the Catholic Church for taking papal style "to heavenly heights." The publication highlighted his white cassock paired with Nike trainers as a memorable look, among his fashion choices that have drawn attention in recent months.
The best-dressed list typically features Hollywood actors and global pop stars, though the pontiff's inclusion marked a departure from the customary lineup of entertainment industry figures.