Rabat – Internet personality and former kickboxer Andrew Tate has reportedly converted to Islam.
A video of Andrew Tate praying has gone viral online.
Athlete Tam Khan shared the video of Tate. Commenting on criticism of Tate’s decision, Khan said that all humans make mistakes.
“Muslims please have sabr [patience]. Don’t be so harsh. We all make mistakes and we all deliver our speech sometimes incorrectly. I personally know Andrew & mashallah his love for Islam is genuine & it’s real. No PR stunts. He is one of us,” he wrote.
Many internet users expressed astonishment about the influencer’s decision to convert to Islam.
“Andrew Tate banned from all social media platforms, is being taught on how to pray salah from his close Arab friend in Dubai. Interesting,” one Twitter user wrote.
Tate’s criticism stemmed from his views described as extremely misogynistic.
Tate has made several controversial statements on women and feminism, including stating that they belong at home and cannot drive, according to the Guardian.
He also believes that rape victims “must bear responsibility” for their attacks. The influencer made the remarks amid the #MeToo movement, a campaign seeking to encourage women and men subject to violence and sexual abuse to speak up for their rights.
