Pope Urban VII, born Giovanni Battista Castagna in 1521, served as the head of the Roman Catholic Church for a brief period in 1590. He was elected pope on September 15, 1590, but his papacy lasted only 13 days due to his sudden death on September 27, 1590. Urban VII is notable for being the first pope to die in office since the 16th century. During his short tenure, Urban VII focused on reforming the church and addressing issues such as corruption. He was also known for his efforts to improve the conditions of the poor in Rome. Despite his brief papacy, Urban VII's commitment to social justice left a lasting impression on the church's mission.