As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s always inspiring to hear stories of people who found the light of Islam after long search. And this is one of the happy moments of the year 2023.
Looking back, as we start a new year, here are some of these inspiring stories.
Admiring how Palestinians held onto Islam so much no matter how much they suffer, American TikTok influencer and writer Megan Rice has converted to Islam after reading the holy Qur’an. Read more…
South African Priest Richmond had a stunning dream in which he was asked to tell his congregation to become Muslims, and he did. Read more…
WBA lightweight champion and boxing star Gervonta Davis has converted to Islam, joining Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, and many more athletes. The news was revealed by Sweden-born WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack, who shared a tweet welcoming Davis to Islam. His message, shared with a video for Davis taking the Islamic shahada, read, “Welcome to Islam, brother Gervontaa. Alhamdulillah.”
Serving 45 years in Church as an Australian Priest, Gould David has announced his conversion to Islam, changing his name to Abdul Rahman. “A lifetime seeking the peace of God & the Quran has shown me that peace and truth rest in Islam.” Gould David / Dave Abdur Rahman Gould.
Renowned American Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Amber Leibrock announced her conversion to Islam in October 2023, attributing her newfound peace and happiness to the faith. Read more…
German footballer Robert Bauer converted to Islam last September, announcing the decision on his official Instagram account. The defender, who currently plays for Saudi Arabia club Al-Tai FC, posted a picture of him praying and revealed that he came to Islam through his wife and her family. Read more…
Popular award winning Nigerian actress Mercy Aigbe has converted to Islam, changing her name to Hajia Meenah. Read more…
Zilla Fatu, the son of the late WWE wrestler Umaga, has announced his conversion to Islam, describing the journey as “beautiful.” Read more…
Shermon Burgess, one of Australia’s most notorious anti-Islam activists and former head of the far-right group United Patriots Front, has converted to Islam for its stance towards masculinity, gender roles and the LGBTQIA+ community. Read more…
Father Hilarion Heagy, a prominent Eastern Christian Priest based in California, United States has embraced Islam, according to various sources. Read more…
Former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighter Kevin Lee has announced his conversion to Islam in a big surprise to many of his fans. Read more…
Rodtang Jitmuangnon, the reigning ONE Championship flyweight Muay Thai champion, has converted to Islam, taking the shahada before marrying his Muslim fiancé. Read more…