Bob Dylan is facing criticism over his latest fashion choice, but this time, it wasn’t on a concert stage. The legendary singer-songwriter recently met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, an occasion that you might expect would call for a slightly more formal outfit. However, Dylan apparently had other plans, showing up to meet the pope in a casual black hoodie with the hood pulled over his head. Keep reading for more information.
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Bob Dylan Wears Hoodie To Meet The Pope
The meeting took place on Wednesday, November 4th at the Vatican's Apostolic Palace, where Dylan, 85, had the opportunity to meet Pope Leo XIV in person. The encounter was a particularly interesting one given Dylan's longstanding influence on music and culture, as well as the pontiff's own appreciation for his work. During the meeting, Pope Leo reportedly gifted Dylan a rosary, while the musician presented the Pope with a copy of his 2004 memoir, Chronicles: Volume One. The meeting also had a musical connection, as Pope Leo has previously referenced Dylan's lyrics in discussions about peace and disarmament.
Dylan's outfit, however, was a far cry from the more traditional attire one might expect for a meeting with the Pope. The musician showed up wearing a black hoodie with the hood pulled over his head, paired with what appeared to be a dark jacket layered underneath. He completed the casual ensemble with dark pants and sunglasses, keeping his look understated and decidedly low-key. Rather than opting for a suit or even a collared shirt for the Vatican visit, Dylan stuck to his signature relaxed style, which quickly became a talking point among those who saw the photos from the encounter.
Social Media Reactions
Across social media platforms, users were rather disappointed in Dylan's lack of decorum. "Call me old fashioned but wearing a hoodie to meet the pope is disrespectful," wrote one user on Reddit. "He couldn't have dressed up for the occasion?"
"Of course he has the hood on," wrote another user.
"So strange to meet the pope wearing a black hood but I guess that's just Bob," wrote the next.
"He looks like he's the Pope's weed hookup," joked another.
"Have some respect," demanded another.
"Why is Dylan dressed as the Angel of Death?" asked another. "All he’s missing is the scythe!"
"Disrespectful," a final user wrote. "Period."
