Roger of Cannae was an eleventh-century Italian bishop who served the community of Cannae. Born around 1060, he became a prominent religious leader who implemented the reforms of Pope Gregory VII. Known for his ascetic lifestyle, he dedicated much of his ministry to supporting pilgrims and the impoverished. Throughout his career, he provided counsel to popes such as Paschal II and Gelasius II, establishing himself as a significant figure within the Catholic Church during the medieval period.