Pope Francis’ funeral during the weekend drew attention not just for the love he inspired, but for the powerful figures in attendance and their choice of attire.
President Donald Trump joined more than 200,000 people at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican for Pope Francis’ funeral on April 26. However, his appearance quickly drew criticism online, with many accusing him of being disrespectful.
Alongside First Lady Melania Trump, the President attended the pontiff’s funeral on Saturday, wearing a blue suit and tie. Meanwhile, Melania wore a custom all-black ensemble by Dolce & Gabbana, sending a carefully calibrated message of reverence.
Her look was completed with a silk georgette mantilla, lace gloves, a wool double-breasted coat, and a pair of pointed stiletto pumps. After photos and footage of the ceremony emerged, Donald’s choice of attire quickly became the subject of backlash online.
One onlooker pointed out, “In a blue suit. The disrespect is incredible.” Another person questioned, “Why is he wearing blue at a funeral.” A different viewer exclaimed, “Trump wore the wrong suit !!”
Someone else observed critically, “Couldn’t find an appropriate black suit.” A commenter expressed disbelief, “A blue suit and blue tie. At a funeral? At the POPE’s funeral? Wow.” A disapproving voice added, “Not properly dressed! Blue suit – disrespectful.”
More disappointed people agreed, “Wearing the blue suit he travelled in, and a blue tie, to the most high profile of funerals, is wilful disrespect.” Another critic sarcastically asked, “Didn’t Donald get the memo to wear a black suit 🤔.”
Finally, one Facebooker noted, “Trump looks pathetically under-dressed, he thinks funeral protocol does not apply to him. His wife is appropriately dressed.”
Whether Donald Trump’s choice of a blue suit was a deliberate attempt to stand out or simply an oversight, fans were clearly unimpressed. As most people were dressed in black, his attire struck the wrong chord on such a solemn occasion.
Donald and Melania Trump walk into St. Peter’s Square, accompanied by a Catholic priest. While the priest is dressed in a black robe, as is Melania in her outfit, Donald’s blue suit stands out in stark contrast, drawing attention amidst the sea of dark attire.
Donald and Melania stand side by side during the funeral, their expressions a mix of reverence and quiet reflection, a silent tribute to Pope Francis.
As Donald and Melania stand among world leaders, their presence is heightened by Donald’s blue suit, which stands out starkly against the sea of black and gray worn by figures like France’s President Emmanuel Macron and Finland’s President Alexander Stubb.
Donald and Melania sit looking sombre during the funeral, alongside other political and spiritual leaders from around the world who are mourning Pope Francis.
Donald and Estonian President Alar Karis lean forward in quiet conversation during the funeral. Meanwhile, Melania sits calmly, her posture composed as she watches the interaction.
Seated on opposite sides, Finland’s President Alexander Stubb and Donald lean toward each other, engaging in a quiet conversation. The two leaders create a brief moment of connection in the midst of the reflective gathering.
Donald and Melania stand together, talking. Melania wears a subtle smile, her expression soft, as they share a moment of quiet joy amidst the mourning.
At Pope Francis’s funeral, French President Emmanuel Macron places a comforting hand on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s shoulder, offering support amid the ongoing war. With them stand British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Donald, as they talk.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald are seated across from each other, deep in conversation, in what appears to be a hall at the Vatican during Pope Francis’s funeral.
Donald speaks with officials after the funeral ceremony for Pope Francis. The officials, each dressed in black, appear alert and attentive among the large crowd of over 200,000 people,
World leaders, alongside Donald and Melania, look on as Pope Francis’s coffin slowly departs from St. Peter’s Square. Some clap in tribute, others place their hands over their hearts, while a few remain quiet and somber, paying their respects to the late pontiff.
As the coffin slowly departs from St. Peter’s Square, First Lady of France Brigitte Macron, President of France Emmanuel Macron, Melania, Donald, King Felipe, and Queen Letizia of Spain stand in quiet reflection, their faces marked by the weight of the moment as they share in the collective sorrow.
Donald waves to onlookers as he boards Air Force One at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport in Fiumicino after attending the funeral ceremony of Pope Francis at the Vatican.
