Mahershala Ali, born on February 16, 1974, is a versatile American actor and rapper whose stellar performances have earned him two Academy Awards and a Golden Globe.

Recognized among Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in 2019, Ali’s journey from Hayward, California, to Hollywood has been marked by diverse roles and critical acclaim.

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Father	Phillip Gilmore (Actor)
Mother	Willicia Gilmore (Christian Minister)
Brothers	Not Known
Sisters	Not Known
Boyfriends / Girlfriends	None
Marital Status	Married
Partner	Amatus Sami-Karim (m. 2013)
Sons	Not Known
Daughters	Bari Najma Ali

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• Born Mahershalalhashbaz Gilmore, Ali’s early years in Hayward, California, was influenced by his Christian upbringing, guided by his mother, an ordained Baptist minister.

• His father, an actor on Broadway, played a significant role in shaping Ali’s early exposure to the world of performance.

• Ali’s unique name, Maher-shalal-hash-baz, draws inspiration from the Biblical Book of Isaiah, symbolizing a prophetic child.

• After graduating from St. Mary’s College of California in 1996 with a degree in mass communication, Ali initially pursued a basketball career.

• Disenchanted with sports, he discovered a passion for acting, leading to his enrollment in New York University’s graduate acting program at Tisch School of the Arts.

• Ali’s career gained momentum with his breakthrough role as Richard Tyler in the science fiction series ‘The 4400’ (2004–2007).

• Notable film roles followed, including ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’ (2008) and the Netflix series ‘House of Cards’ (2013–2016).

• In 2000, Ali embraced Islam, changing his surname from Gilmore to Ali and joining the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.

• His conversion led to challenges and scrutiny in post-9/11 America, documented in various interviews.

• Under the name Prince Ali, Ali delved into rap music, signing with Bay Area label Hieroglyphics Imperium.

• He released the album ‘Curb Side Service’ in 2007, showcasing his versatility beyond acting.

• Ali’s academic pursuits culminated in a master’s degree from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in 2000.

• His apprenticeship at the California Shakespeare Theater marked a pivotal step in his artistic journey.

• Notable film roles include ‘Predators,’ ‘The Place Beyond the Pines,’ ‘Free State of Jones,’ and ‘Hidden Figures.’

• Ali achieved acclaim for his supporting role in ‘Moonlight’ (2016) and received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, making history as the first Muslim actor to win an Oscar.

• Ali’s diverse career extends to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where he was cast as Blade, a supernatural superhero.

• His role as Don Shirley in ‘Green Book’ (2018) earned him a second Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

• Ali’s appearance in ‘True Detective’ (2019) showcased his television prowess.

• The actor is set to join the cast of the Hulu series ‘Ramy’ in its second season in 2020.

• Ali, an Ahmadi Muslim, is married to actress and musician Amatus Sami-Karim, and they welcomed their first child in February 2017.

• He named his cat Nas after the rapper, highlighting his appreciation for the music genre.

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