Pope Leo XI, born Alessandro di Ottaviano de' Medici, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 1 April 1605 to his death, on 27 April 1605. His pontificate is one of the briefest in history, lasting under a month. He was from the prominent House of Medici originating from Florence.

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Occupation: diplomat, Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Position held: Pope, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Florence, Cardinal-Bishop of Palestrina, Cardinal-Bishop of Albano
Citizenship: Papal States
Born: June 2, 1535
Died: April 27, 1605

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Leo XI

pope of the Catholic Church in April 1605 (1535-1605)

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Occupation: diplomat, Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Position held: Pope, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Florence, Cardinal-Bishop of Palestrina, Cardinal-Bishop of Albano
Citizenship: Papal States
Born: June 2, 1535
Died: April 27, 1605

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