A message of peace, hope and inclusion | Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens)
The legendary Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens) joins TED Curator Chris Anderson for a discussion on the influence of Yusuf’s music, his faith and the importance of inclusion. His latest album, The Laughing Apple, is a child-friendly message of peace and compassion, encouraging listeners of all ages to feel connected to the world all humanity shares.
Mahershala Ali Becomes First Muslim Actor to Win Oscar
Mahershala Ali won the Oscar in the best supporting actor category, becoming the first Muslim actor to win an Academy Award. Ali, 42, picked up the award for his role as a drug dealer in Moonlight , an acclaimed coming-of-age drama that follows the path of Chiron, a young black gay kid growing up in […]
Famous Muslim Celebrities – Omar Sharif
Actor He began his career in his native country in the 1950s, but is best known for his appearances in both British and American productions. His films included Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Doctor Zhivago (1965), and Funny Girl (1968). He was nominated for an Academy Award. He won three Golden Globe Awards and a César […]
Famous Muslim Celebrities – Dalilah Muhammad
Dalilah Muhammad, who ran the fastest time in the women’s 400-meter hurdles this year, won the gold medal in the finals at the Rio Olympics on Thursday night. The race started at 9:15 p.m. ET and also included fellow American Ashley Spencer. The 26-year-old Muhammad was favored to win the race in Rio, especially after […]
Famous Muslim Celebrities – Isa Abdul-Quddus
MIAMI — In Isa Abdul-Quddus, the Miami Dolphins hope they finally have acquired the ideal complement at safety to Reshad Jones — a high-IQ player who’s physical and disciplined, and more durable than Louis Delmas, who couldn’t stick long-term in the role because of knee injuries. The Dolphins also have something unusual in their new […]
Famous Muslim Celebrities – Cat Stevens (Yusuf Islam)
Considered one of the most important artists in the history of music, Cat Stevens started his musical career in the 60s, and transformed himself into one of the most important artists in history! As well as his music, his life has been a real adventure in terms of his search for its meaning. “I Love […]
Famous Muslim Celebrities – Muhammad Ali
Boxing was just one of the amazing facets of Muhammad Ali – the man. His story, told in and outside of the ring, is unparalleled in modern celebrity. Muhammad Ali is responsible for some of the most legendary moments in the ring. His incomparable work ethic, revolutionary techniques, and fearlessness towards standing up for his […]
Famous Muslim Celebrities – Mike Tyson
Mike Tyson has made plenty of headlines in his lifetime, whether it was for biting his opponents, being a championship boxer, owning a pet tiger, or being convicted of rape. But it may come as a surprise for most people that while he was in prison for the rape conviction that he converted to Islam. […]
Famous Muslim Celebrities – Ellen Burstyn
Ellen Burstyn is known for her roles in The Exorcist, Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore, Resurrection and Requiem for a Dream. She was raised Catholic but started exploring other faiths. She started with Sufi Islam under the tutelage of a Muslim teacher. It was after that that she opened herself up to all faiths and […]
Famous Muslim Celebrities – T-Pain
He was born Faheem Rasheed Najm and was raised in a Muslim household in Tallahassee, Florida. He has, however, decided to distance himself a bit from the religion. He always tries to avoid talking about it, and when pushed he says that he does not like religion. He has faith in God but does not […]