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]
