Angelo Paoli was an Italian Carmelite priest born in 1642 who became widely recognized for his extensive charitable work in Rome. Often called the father of the poor, he dedicated his life to serving the sick and destitute, providing food, clothing, and medical care. Despite receiving offers from Popes Innocent XII and Clement XI to join the cardinalate, he declined the position to ensure he could continue his ministry to the impoverished. He died in Rome in 1720 and was later beatified by the Catholic Church.