Fulton J. Sheen (1895–1979) was an American religious leader, evangelist, writer, Roman Catholic priest, and popular radio and television personality of the 20th century. His popularity has been credited with helping to break down anti-Catholic bias in the United States and paving the way for John F. Kennedy’s election as the first Catholic president. Sheen was beatified (declared “Blessed”) on September 24, 2026, becoming the first American-born bishop to be beatified.
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