André Vingt-Trois is a French cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church, born on November 7, 1942, in Paris, France. He served as the Archbishop of Paris from 2005 until his retirement in 2017. Vingt-Trois was known for his involvement in various social issues and his efforts to engage the Church with contemporary society. In addition to his role as Archbishop, Vingt-Trois was a member of the Congregation for the Clergy and the Pontifical Council for Culture. He participated in the 2013 conclave that elected Pope Francis. His contributions to the Church have been recognized both nationally and internationally.