Death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis passed away on April 21, at the age of 88. His death was confirmed by the Vatican to be due to a stroke that resulted in heart failure, occurring the day after Easter Sunday.

Funeral Details

The funeral ceremony is set to take place on Saturday, April 26, at St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City. His open casket will be displayed at the Cathedral of St. Peter, where mourners and parishioners will have the opportunity to pay their respects.

Anticipation surrounds the funeral, with an expected attendance exceeding 200,000 people at the venue.

Streaming Information

Date and Time of the Funeral

The funeral ceremonies will commence on April 26 at 10:00 AM (10:00 AM local time in Rome), beginning with a communal celebration followed by a mass.

Where to Watch Online

For those wishing to watch Pope Francis’ funeral live, several major networks will provide coverage starting at 12:30 AM (3:30 PM PT) on April 26. These include ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, and PBS News. Various streaming platforms are also available:

• DirectV
• Fubo TV
• Hulu + Live TV
• Peacock
• Sling TV

These services typically offer trial periods, allowing viewers to tune in without a subscription fee.

How to Stream without Cable

If you’re looking to stream the funeral without traditional cable, a number of services offer access to major broadcasters:

• Hulu + Live TV: Plans start at $82.99/month, with a three-day free trial available.
• Peacock: Premium plans start at $13.99/month.
• DirectV Stream: Prices begin at $39.99/month, with a seven-day free trial.
• Fubo TV: Offers a five-day trial, with monthly subscriptions starting around $84.99.
• Sling TV: Starting price of $40.99 for the initial month.

Notable Attendees

The funeral is expected to draw numerous world leaders and dignitaries, including:

• President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden
• Former President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump
• Secretary-General Antonio Guterres
• Prince William
• President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky
• President of France Emmanuel Macron
• President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins
• Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
• Polish President Andrzej Duda