Here’s a look at some of the leading papal contenders, with the proviso that favorites don’t typically end up getting the nod.

Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is sometimes called the "Asian Francis" because of his infectious smile, easy laugh, and spontaneity with words. Like the late Argentine pope, he hails from a country far from the Catholic Church's traditional power base of Europe and came to Rome with an outsider's view.

President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope. The post has since received criticism from some members of the Catholic community.

"We’ve lost great respect for moments like this," said one archbishop of the imagery shared by Trump and the White House days after Pope Francis’ death.

An image of President Trump as the pope is eliciting rebukes as the Catholic Church remains in mourning after the death of Francis and prepares to select the next pontiff.