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Princess Charlene of Monaco in Prada, Queen Rania of Jordan in Alaïa and More Royals in Somber Attire for Pope Francis’ Funeral Ceremony in Vatican City

Princess Charlene of Monaco in Prada, Queen Rania of Jordan in Alaïa and More Royals in Somber Attire for Pope Francis’ Funeral Ceremony in Vatican City

By Kim Browne

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Several dignitaries, former and sitting politicians and more attended the somber funeral services of Pope Francis on Saturday in Vatican City. Pope Francis served as the head of the Catholic Church from 2013 until his death on April 21, 2025. He was 88 years old.

Among the guests who attended the funeral services, former First Lady of the United States Jill Biden, France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron and current U.S. First Lady Melania Trump paid their respects. A bevy of royals from across the globe were also in attendance.

Here, see photos of the royals who attended Pope Francis’ funeral in Vatican City.

Princess Charlene of Monaco

VATICAN CITY - APRIL 26,2025: Princess Charlene of Monaco and Prince Albert II of Monaco arrive ahead of the late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square at The Vatican (Photo credit should read Marco Ravagli/Future Publishing via Getty Images)
Princess Charlene of Monaco and Prince Albert II of Monaco arrive ahead of the late Pope Francis’ funeral ceremony. Future Publishing via Getty Imag

Princess Charlene of Monaco opted for a Prada cady midi dress for her attire to the funeral on Saturday. The royal coordinated her ensemble with sheer black tights, pointed toe heels and carried the Small Brushed Leather Tote by Prada.

Queen Rania of Jordan

VATICAN CITY, VATICAN - APRIL 26: (L-R) Italian President Sergio Mattarella, Argentina's General Secretary of the Presidency Karina Milei, Argentina's President Javier Milei, Queen Rania Of Jordan and King Abdullah II of Jordan attend the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. Pope Francis died on April 21st at the age of 88. Born in Argentina as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, he was the first Latin American and the first Jesuit to become Pope when elected in 2013. Taking the name Francis after St Francis of Assisi, he promoted a more humble version of the papacy than many of his predecessors. He will be buried outside of the Vatican in a simple wooden coffin at the Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore. (Photo by Franco Origlia/Getty Images)
Italian President Sergio Mattarella, Argentina’s General Secretary of the Presidency Karina Milei, Argentina’s President Javier Milei, Queen Rania Of Jordan and King Abdullah II of Jordan attend the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square on April 26 in Vatican City, Vatican. Getty Images

Queen Rania of Jordan wore a cropped twill jacket from Alaïa, along with a flowing, high-waisted skirt by Dior. She also wore heels by Christian Louboutin.

Queen Letizia of Spain

VATICAN CITY - APRIL 26,2025: Spain's King Felipe VI and Spain's Queen Letizia arrive ahead of the late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square at The Vatican (Photo credit should read Marco Ravagli/Future Publishing via Getty Images)
Spain’s King Felipe VI and Spain’s Queen Letizia arrive ahead of the late Pope Francis’ funeral ceremony at St Peter’s Square at The Vatican. Future Publishing via Getty Imag

Queen Letizia of Spain wore a black midi dress for Saturday’s services. The Spanish royal added touches to her look, including a Carolina Herrera bag, Nina Ricci heels and Boss sunglasses.

Queen Mary of Denmark

VATICAN CITY, VATICAN - APRIL 26: His Highness Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Queen Mary Of Denmark attend the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. Pope Francis died on April 21st at the age of 88. Born in Argentina as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, he was the first Latin American and the first Jesuit to become Pope when elected in 2013. Taking the name Francis after St Francis of Assisi, he promoted a more humble version of the papacy than many of his predecessors. He will be buried outside of the Vatican in a simple wooden coffin at the Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore. (Photo by Franco Origlia/Getty Images)
His Highness Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Queen Mary Of Denmark attend the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square on April 26 in Vatican City, Vatican. Getty Images

Queen Mary of Denmark wore a coordinated blazer and skirt courtesy of Andiata on Saturday in Vatican City. The Danish royal also wore Gianvito Rossi heels and carried a bag courtesy of Mulberry, a London-based brand.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium

VATICAN CITY, VATICAN - APRIL 26: Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square on April 26, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. Pope Francis died on April 21st at the age of 88. Born in Argentina as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, he was the first Latin American and the first Jesuit to become Pope when elected in 2013. Taking the name Francis after St Francis of Assisi, he promoted a more humble version of the papacy than many of his predecessors. He will be buried outside of the Vatican in a simple wooden coffin at the Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore. (Photo by Franco Origlia/Getty Images)
Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square on April 26 in Vatican City, Vatican. Getty Images

Queen Mathilde of Belgium wore a black ensemble for the somber occasion on Saturday. She added such pieces as a pair of Gianvito Rossi heels and Gucci sunglasses to her attire.

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway

Haakon Magnus and Mette-Marit Tjessem Hoiby attend the Funeral Mass of the Holy Father Pope Francis in Vatican City, State of Vatican, on April 26, 2025. (Photo by Domenico Cippitelli/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Haakon Magnus and Mette-Marit Tjessem Hoiby attend the Funeral Mass of the Holy Father Pope Francis in Vatican City, State of Vatican, on April 26. NurPhoto via Getty Images

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway wore a black dress along with suede heels by Manolo Blahnik and carried a clutch by Bottega Veneta.

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