Feb 27, 2017 · In his SAG acceptance speech, which came on the heels of President Trump’s controversial immigration ban, Ali gave rare insight into his personal life as he delivered a powerful critique of...

Jun 19, 2017 · Some actors rely on practice to improve their craft, but Oscar winner Mahershala Ali says his Islamic faith makes him better. “It benefits me from the standpoint of really creating …

Feb 17, 2017 · Mahershala fully committed to the Muslim religion at the turn of the century but it took his mom, who is an ordained Christian minister, a few years to come to terms with her son’s newfound faith. “It probably took 10 or 12 years until she really embraced it,” Ali reveals.

Feb 27, 2017 · In his SAG acceptance speech, which came on the heels of President Trump’s controversial immigration ban, Ali gave rare insight into his personal life as he delivered a powerful critique of...

Feb 26, 2017 · Mahershala Ali on faith, Moonlight and the impact of his absent father The favourite for Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars has become an overnight sensation – after decades of hard work ...

Feb 27, 2017 · Ali is the first Muslim actor to take home the golden statue. And he comes from a sect of Islam, Ahmadiyya, that has faced persecution and violence.

Jan 14, 2024 · While Mahershala Ali was enjoying success in his acting career, he embarked on a personal and spiritual journey that eventually led him to Islam. The exact circumstances surrounding his conversion are relatively private, but he has publicly confirmed his Muslim faith.

Jan 30, 2017 · Ali went on to speak of his Muslim faith, his mother’s Christian faith, and how their religious difference hasn't ruined their relationship.

Feb 27, 2017 · (RNS) With his win for portraying a drug dealer with a father’s heart in the film “Moonlight,” Mahershala Ali became the first Muslim to take home an acting Oscar.

Oct 17, 2023 · Ali practices Islam and is one of the most prominent Muslim actors in Hollywood today. His faith has shaped his career and public image. In this comprehensive article, we will explore Mahershala Ali’s religious background, his journey to Islam, and how his religion has impacted his life and work.