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The Vatican has launched an investigation into how Pope Francis’ official Instagram account “liked” a sexy photo of a bare-bottomed Brazilian model, according to a report.

Sources told Catholic News Agency that an internal probe is underway into the act involving Natalia Garibotto’s Instagram pic of her dressed in a racy schoolgirl uniform.

News reports surfaced on Nov. 13 that Francis’ verified account “liked” the post but it was then removed on Nov. 14 — after CNA asked the Vatican’s press office for comment.

Sources told the outlet that the pope’s social media accounts are managed by a team.

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The Holy See declined to comment on the debacle.

On Twitter, Garibotto cracked, “At least I’m going to heaven.”

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