It’s just like buses — you wait for ages to hear of Michael Jackson and then two stories crop up at the same time. Just a few days after the news that the ever-less-likely King of Pop was being sued by a Bahrain prince, it’s emerged that Jacko’s converted to Islam — and changed his name to Mikaeel. Apparently, he was persuaded by songwriter David Wharnsby and producer Phillip Bubal while recording new tracks at their studio in the Hollywood Hills. Mmmkay.
“They began talking to him about their beliefs, and how they thought they had become better people after they converted. Michael soon began warming to the idea. An Imam was summoned from the mosque and Michael went through the shahada, which is the Muslim declaration of belief,” reports The Sun.
We’re kind of relieved that Mikaeel has chosen a religion that’s been around for centuries as opposed to one that puts a focus on luring Hollywood celebs. And was created a few decades ago. By a science fiction writer. [Photo: Getty Images]
November 21st, 2008 at 11:44 am
Oh no poor Islam, I am sure they didn’t want Wacko Jacko to join their ranks. Also was this just his excuse to wear a Burka instead of the hospital mask to cover his face? Silly Jacko, Burkas are for Chicks.
November 24th, 2008 at 8:12 am
[...] High Court after allegedly failing to repay a $7 million loan, The Artist Currently Known As Mikaeel settled. Tabloid reporters and nutty Jacko fans are gutted, as the day in court had promised to be [...]
June 30th, 2009 at 8:50 pm
I will surely miss Michael Jackson, he is really worthy of the name King of Pop and he is certainly one of the greatest musicians of all time.
July 4th, 2009 at 2:40 am
there would be no other King of Pop like Michael Jackson. he would always be the King.