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Gregory XV — Age & Birthday

Born: 9 January 1554 · Died: 8 July 1623 · Age at death: 69

How old was Gregory XV when he died?

Gregory XV died aged 69. He was born on 9 January 1554 and died on 8 July 1623.

Pope who established the modern rules for papal elections

Did you know?He canonised several major Catholic figures in a single ceremony, including Ignatius of Loyola, Francis Xavier, and Teresa of Avila.

Pope Gregory XV (Latin: Gregorius XV; Italian: Gregorio XV; 9 January 1554 – 8 July 1623), born Alessandro Ludovisi, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 9 February 1621 until his death in 1623.

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Age at death: 69
Years since death: 403

Born: January 9, 1554 · Bologna, Italy
Died: July 8, 1623
Nationality: Papal
Known for: Religion

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Father: Conte Pompeo Ludovisi
Mother: Camilla Bianchini

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