Robert Francis Prevost becomes first pope from US and will be known as Leo XIV

Robert Francis Prevost has been selected by cardinals to become the successor to Pope Francis. The American cardinal, born in Chicago, will become Leo XIV. Bells rang throughout the Vatican City as thousands of people cheered. The announcement came after the chimney billowed white smoke after two days of deliberations. In his first comments, the new pope told the crowds he wanted peace to 'enter your hearts, to reach your families and all people, wherever they are' Robert Francis Prevost becomes first US pope and will be known as Leo XIV – live Robert Prevost elected first American pontiff, becoming Pope Leo XIV US celebrates Leo XIV as first American pontiff: ‘Everything dope, including the pope’