Al Pacino has earned many praise in his career, but his last meeting with the American Pope marked an important milestone when he became the first film star to meet him.
In a statement published by the film producer, Andrea Iervolino, “we are honored to announce that this morning his holiness that Pope Leo XIV received at a private audience at The Holy headquarters to Delegation of the movie ‘Maserati: The Brothers, including the winning actor of the Oscar al Pacino and the producer of the film Andrea Iervolino.”
He continued: “The meeting was a moment of deep spiritual and cultural inspiration, focused on shared values that are in the heart of the Catholic Church and the film: family unity, love, compassion and the importance of contributing to the common good.”
“These values, which Pope Leo XIV has constantly emphasized his recent messages to the world, resonate deeply with the history of the Maserati brothers: a family whose legacy was built not only in innovation and excellence, but also in the deep mutual respect, solidarity and a shared vision,” said the statement.
Meanwhile, the Italian media reported that Pacino arrived in Rome in a private jet on Sunday.
