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Pope Francis died on April 21, at age 88, following a stroke. In his final hours, he expressed gratitude to his longtime nurse, Massimiliano Strappetti, saying, "thank you." Despite recent health challenges, Francis made a surprise Easter appearance, delivering his blessing to thousands in St. Peter’s Square. The Vatican described his final moments as peaceful, noting he was "tired but content."

Ever thought about what the last words of the most powerful and influential people in history may have been? What were the final thoughts that crossed their minds during their last few moments on Earth? Many of these phrases have become ingrained in popular culture via biographies, social networks, and the media. This is your chance to find out what they are!

▲The Greek mathematician died at the hands of a Roman soldier. He was working on a problem when the soldier approached him. The famous inventor shouted "Stand away, fellow, from my diagram!"

▲"I’ll finally get to see Marilyn," said DiMaggio referring to Marilyn Monroe to whom he was married during her lifetime.

▲The popular boxer seemed to be quite at peace at the time of his death. He spoke: "I'm in no pain. No pain. Don't cry for me, Rahaman. I'm going to be with Allah. I made peace with God, I'm OK. Rahaman, how do I look?"

▲Moments before he passed, the singer said "I'm going away tonight," to his longtime manager Charles Bobbit.

▲The American poet's last words were "I must go in, for the fog is rising."

▲This famous actress' last words were a response: "My Florida water" were the last words she uttered when asked if she needed anything.

▲Before he succumbed to his death, Edison was in a coma. He emerged from this and spoke: "It is very beautiful over there."

▲Frank said "I’m losing it," according to his wife who was by his side at the time of his death.

▲According to his sister via The New York Times, "Oh wow. Oh wow. Oh wow," were the last words spoken by the Apple CEO.

▲"A dying man can do nothing easy," was said by Franklin when his daughter requested he change position so he could breathe better.

▲On his deathbed, the famous polymath said: "I have offended God and mankind because my work did not reach the quality it should have."

▲Marley left behind some final words of wisdom for his son before he died. He told him "Money can’t buy life."

▲"Why not? After all, it belongs to him," were the famous last words by the comic actor after a priest said to him: "May the Lord have mercy on your soul."

▲"The sadness will last forever," said the tortured artist according to a letter (via webexhibits.org) by his brother when he spoke about trying to get him better.

▲"I hope this exit is joyful and I hope never to return," were the last words taken from this Mexican artist's journal entry.

▲Chanel's last words were to her maid and she said "You see, this is how you die."

▲Churchill died of a stroke in 1965. He said "I’m bored with it all."

▲Tubman died singing, surrounded by family. She sang the lyrics "Swing low, sweet chariot."

▲"Every damn fool thing you do in this life you pay for," were the last kernels of wisdom spoken by the French singer.

▲According to Ginger Alden's memoir, "I’m going to the bathroom to read" were the last words spoken by the King.

▲"Please know I am quite aware of the hazards. Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a challenge to others." Earhart wrote this in a letter to her husband.

▲"Oh my God," were the last words spoken by Diana after the fatal car crash that took her life.

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"Pardon me, sir. I did not do it on purpose," Antoinette said to her executioner when she stepped on his foot.

▲According to Bustle, "Utter nonsense" were the last words said by Roosevelt to a nurse when she told her that she'd only pass once she'd fulfilled everything God wanted her to.

▲Mozart felt death coming and spoke: "I feel something that is not of this earth."

▲"Shoot, coward, you are only going to kill a man" is what this revolutionary shouted to Sergeant Terán, his executioner.

▲"Goodbye, kid. Hurry back," were the last words spoken by Bogart to his wife before slipping into a coma, according to Business Insider.

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And finally, this famous philosopher ended his life here on earth with one last thought: "Last words are for fools who haven't said enough."