"Controversy Surrounding Trans Activist's Funeral at St. Patrick's Cathedral"

The New York Archdiocese condemned the behavior at the funeral of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili, held at St. Patrick's Cathedral, stating that they were deceived about her identity and that the funeral was "scandalous." While the funeral celebrated Gentili's advocacy for marginalized communities, the archdiocese criticized the use of a sacred hymn and a speaker's reference to Gentili as "the mother of all whores." Gentili's friends defended the funeral as a reflection of her impact and love for her community, while the archdiocese expressed outrage over the event.