Played by – Shirley the python.
The Gabriel Allon books by Daniel Silva have a couple of fictional popes. The first is preceded by John Paul II. I don’t think it ever specifically says “John Paul II”, but it is clearly him. This alternate universe then takes a turn and a pope that is clearly not modeled on Benedict in any way is instead elected, and later, his chief of staff is.
National Lampoon news item headline: John Paul Elected Pope; George Ringo Miffed.
About that same time, Bill Murray is reading items on SNL Weekend Update when he stops to complain about how sloppy the presentation is getting: Look! “John Paul [II] Elected Pope” - We did this last month!
The Borgias.
Historical. (sorry if you meant it ironically and doubted the finer aspects of the historical authenticity of the series)
How did we get to 64 posts without John Cleese?
Why Michelangelo Didn’t Paint the Last Supper
I’m the bloody Pope! I may not know much about art, but I know what I like!
Post #22
Straight Dope axiom: as soon as you type the words “How did we get to post…” you’re in trouble!
Sorry: you’re quite right. I did scan through the thread, but missed that one.
Well, I guess you can call her “Shirley.”