The building was shining starting at 10 p.m. Monday night and will stay lit until 2 a.m. Tuesday to honor the life and legacy of the pontiff, according to the Empire State Building website.

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The Empire State Building was the tallest building in the world for 40 years. This video explores the building's size, intriguing facts, what's inside, and its historical context.

The Empire State Building will shine in memory of Pope Francis on Monday night. The iconic landmark will shine in gold and white "to honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis." ...

Livvy Dunne and Xandra Pohl attend the celebration of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit's Annual 2025 Issue Debut at The Empire State Building on May 13, 2025, in New York City.

A laser-light show accompanied the 50th anniversary of the Empire State Building. The 102-story building is no longer the world's tallest, nor was it on its 50th birthday, but fans call it a classic.