Pope Francis welcomed over 100 comedians from 15 nations at the Vatican before heading to the Group of Seven summit in Italy's Puglia region. Among the attendees were renowned U.S. celebrities such as Whoopi Goldberg, Jimmy Fallon, Chris Rock, Stephen Colbert, and Conan O’Brien.
During the gathering, Pope Francis emphasized the significance of humor in today's world, especially amidst challenging circumstances. He commended the comedians for their ability to bring peace and joy through laughter, noting that humor has the power to unite people as it is contagious.
