Cardinal George Pell

Cardinal George Pell was an Australian Catholic leader and a senior figure in the Vatican, serving as the Archbishop of Sydney and later as the Vatican’s Treasurer. He was influential in church matters and financial administration. In 2018, he was convicted of child sexual abuse, but his convictions were later overturned in 2020, leading to his release from prison. Pell's case drew significant media attention, highlighting issues of abuse within the Church and questions about justice and legal processes. He passed away in January 2023, leaving a complex legacy marked by both his ecclesiastical contributions and the controversial legal proceedings.