Pope Sixtus V
Pope of the Catholic Church from 1585 to 1590
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Updated 2026-05-29
Ran the Catholic Church and Papal States for five years starting 1585, reshaping Rome's urban landscape and consolidating papal authority with ruthless efficiency. Rose from Franciscan scholar to cardinal to pope through patronage and political acumen.
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Pope Sixtus V, born Felice Piergentile, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 24 April 1585 to his death, in August 1590. As a youth, he joined the Franciscan order, where he displayed talents as a scholar and preacher, and enjoyed the patronage of Pius V, who made him a cardinal. As a cardinal, he was known as Cardinal Montalto.
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