Pelagius II was a Roman-born pope and priest who served as the Bishop of Rome from 579 until his death in 590. Likely of Ostrogothic descent and the son of Winigild, he succeeded Benedict I to the papacy. During his leadership, he worked to stabilize the region by negotiating truces with the Lombards and seeking assistance from Emperor Maurice. He is remembered for his efforts to reconcile the church in Milan with Rome and for his administrative work in the city.