Pope Marcellus II

Marcellus II
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Name Marcello Cervini
Papacy began April 9, 1555
Papacy ended April 30, 1555
Predecessor Julius III
Successor Paul IV
Born May 6, 1501
Place of birth Ancona, Italy
Died April 30, 1555
Place of death Rome, Italy

Marcellus II, né Marcello Cervini (May 6, 1501–April 30, 1555), cardinal of Santa Croce, a native of the area of Ancona, Italy, was elected pope to succeed Julius III on April 9, 1555, but his feeble constitution succumbed to the fatigues of the conclave, the exhausting ceremonies connected with his accession, and the anxieties arising from his high office. He died on the 21st day after his election, which was coincidentally his 54th birthday as well. He had a high reputation for integrity, tact and ability. His successor was Paul IV.

The Missa Papae Marcelli of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina is traditionally connected with him.

Having reigned for 22 calendar days, Pope Marcellus II is ranked sixth on the list of 10 shortest-reigning popes.



Preceded by:
Julius III 		Pope
1555 		Succeeded by:
Paul IV


See also: Pope Marcellus II, 1501, 1555