Spider-Man takes Italy! Peter Parker and Pope Francis made an acquaintance at the Vatican on Wednesday.
Those attending the Pope’s weekly address were surprised to see someone fully clothe in Marvel’s, Spider Man costume.
The Italian man, identified as Mattia Villardita, often dresses up as comic-book characters to surprise sick children in hospitals across Italy.
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His initiative, entitled, “Superheroes in the Ward,” was launched two years ago. Some of his friends often join him in this effort as well.
Apparently, Pope Francis was quite familiar with Villardita and his philanthropic mission.
Villardita even gifted Pope Francis with a custom-made Spider Man mask. Following the address, he was encouraged by the Pope to take number of selfies with kids.