8 Hollywood Celebrities Who Fast During Ramadan This Year, Some of Them Are Converts

Kapanlagi.com - Muslims around the world are celebrating the holy month of Ramadan with joy. Not only ordinary Muslims, but it turns out that some Hollywood celebrities are also fasting during the holy month of Ramadan.

Although not much is known about the personal lives of these artists, some of them have been seen expressing that they are observing the fasting ritual. Considering the likelihood that they are Muslims, it is highly probable that these celebrities are fasting as well.

Curious about the Hollywood celebrities who are fasting during Ramadan? Here is a list of Hollywood celebrities who are fasting during Ramadan this year. Compiled on Thursday (04/04/2024).

1. Bella Hadid

(Source: Instagram @bellahadid)

Bella Hadid, a supermodel, occupies the top position among Hollywood artists. She proudly declares herself as a Muslim. Bella Hadid has a sister named Gigi Hadid, and a brother named Anwar Hadid.

They have Palestinian and Dutch mixed blood. Their father, Mohamed Hadid, was born in Nazareth and has lived in Syria and Lebanon before finally moving to the United States at the age of 14.

2. Ramy Youssef

(Source: Instagram @ramy)

Ramy Youssef is also known as a Muslim. This was revealed when he won the Golden Globe award in 2020. At that time, Ramy received the award for Best Actor in a comedy television series.

He managed to defeat several other actors, such as Michael Douglas (The Kominsky Method), Bill Hader (Barry), Ben Platt (The Politician), and Paul Rudd (Living with Yourself).

When accepting the award, Ramy was called on stage to give a brief speech. At that moment, he recited the takbir.

3. Hasan Minhaj

(Source: Instagram @hasanminhaj)

Hasan Minhaj is an American comedian who is also a practicing Muslim. He often talks about Islam in public, especially during the pandemic.

Hasan stated that he and his family not only endure hunger and thirst during fasting in the month of Ramadan, but also learn to be grateful, do good deeds, and control themselves.

4. Mahershala Ali

(Source: Instagram @mahershalaali)

Mahershala Ali, whose full name is Mahershalalhashbaz Gilmore, is an American actor. In the early days of his career, Ali was willing to take on any available roles, even small roles in films, before finally making appearances on television shows.

Ali also shares how he found Islam at a certain point in his life. He is one of the Hollywood actors who decided to convert to Islam. Although he was raised in a highly religious Christian family in Ohio, Ali began to question his beliefs.

At the same time, in his search, Ali met Amatus Sami-Karim, a Muslim girl who is now his wife.

5. Riz Ahmed

(Source: Instagram @rizahmed)

Riz Ahmed is an actor and rapper from England who is also a Muslim. He even donated funds to help promote more positive representation for Muslims in the film industry.

This step was taken by Riz due to the lack of Muslim presence on screen and when they do appear, the news coverage often tends to be negative.

6. DJ Khaled

(Source: Instagram @djkhaled)

Khaled Mohamed Khaled, also known as DJ Khaled, is an American record producer, DJ, record label executive, and songwriter. He is known for being open about his beliefs.

Khaled shared the message 'Ramadan Mubarak', released a video in which he recites the azan for his son, and revealed that he prays and reads the Quran every day. He also acknowledged that he usually works or travels during the month of Ramadan.

7. SZA

(Source: Instagram @sza)

Khaled Mohamed Khaled, known as DJ Khaled, is a record producer, DJ, record label executive, and songwriter from the United States. He is known for being open about his beliefs.

Khaled conveyed the message 'Ramadan Mubarak' by releasing a video in which he recites the call to prayer for his son, and expressing that he regularly prays and reads the Quran every day. He also acknowledges that he usually continues to work or travel during the month of Ramadan.

8. Halima Aden

(Source: Instagram @halima)

Halima Aden is the first hijab-wearing model to sign a contract with IMG and make waves in the international fashion scene.

Born on September 19, 1997, Halima revealed that her biggest challenge during Ramadan is staying away from music. For Halima, Ramadan will be a melody. She always chooses to listen to nasheeds (Islamic-themed songs) as a substitute for music.

9. What is Meant by Convert?

A convert is someone who was not previously a Muslim but then embraced Islam.

10. What Makes People who Embrace Islam Special?

One of the special things is for those who live their lives according to the teachings of Islam. Allah will reward them with multiplied rewards, up to 700 times, for their actions.

11. Can a Convert Enter Paradise?

This is explained by Ustadz Khalid Basalamah as an example that the obligations of Muslims performed by a convert will also lead to paradise.

12. Is it Allowed to Convert to Islam Without Witnesses?

Declaring the shahada does not require a witness, so when declaring the shahada, even if alone, it is valid as a Muslim.

13. What Steps Should Be Taken After Embracing Islam?

After embracing Islam, the next step to be taken is to change the religion status in the Family Card (KK), Identity Card (KTP), and passport, if necessary for legal recognition.

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