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Vatican reportedly launching probe after Pope Francis’ Instagram account ‘likes’ racy photo

Samson X Horne
By Samson X Horne
1 Min Read Nov. 19, 2020 | 5 years Ago
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“At least I’m going to heaven.”

That was the quip from bikini model Natalia Garibotto after the official Instagram account of Pope Francis was one of 100,000 to “like” a racy photo of the half-clothed Brazilian.

According to the Catholic News Agency, the photo was quickly “unliked” by the verified account, which is named Franciscus.

Nevertheless, sources close to the Vatican confirmed to the news outlet that an internal probe is underway to see how the “like” happened.

It isn’t clear when the papal account “liked” the photo or who the “double-tapping” culprit is. However, His Holiness’ social media pages are reportedly managed by a team of staffers.

Garibotto’s Oct. 5 photo features her in a scantily-clad school uniform accompanied by the caption, “I can teach you a thing or two,” and a happy devil emoji.

It’s clearly not a good look for Francis, as the internet isn’t known for showing mercy — no matter who you are.

Neither Garibotto, 27, nor the official account of Pope Francis, 83, follow each other on Instagram.

The Pope has 7.4 million followers, while Garibotto has 2.4 million — a 100,00 jump from last week.

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