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Pope Spotted in Rare 1970s Nike Kicks
15 May
Summary
- Pope Leo XIV seen wearing vintage Nike Franchise Low sneakers.
- The rare shoes debuted in the 1970s and were re-released in 2008.
- The Pontiff previously made news with a Chicago White Sox hat.
Pope Leo XIV's unconventional fashion choices have recently captured attention. During a trailer for the documentary 'Leone a Roma,' he was seen sporting a pair of vintage Nike Franchise Low sneakers, a tennis shoe style first released in the 1970s and reissued in 2008.
The Pope's affinity for unique apparel was also evident in June 2025 when he appeared wearing a Chicago White Sox hat. The team acknowledged the viral photo, confirming the Pontiff's longstanding support for the baseball club.
It was later revealed that Pope Leo XIV, who grew up near Chicago, has been a fan of the White Sox since childhood. He even attended Game 1 of the 2005 World Series, where he was captured on camera.
