World Mourns Influential Leaders After Deaths of Francis and Cheney

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The Catholic Church is now led by its first American leader following the death of Francis during a year marked by the loss of major political and cultural icons.Notable figures who passed away in 2025 include former Vice President Dick Cheney, conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and entertainment legends Ozzy Osbourne and Gene Hackman.
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