Brilio.net - Shocking news came from the beautiful artist Celine Evangelista . The soap opera star born in Rome is reported to have converted to Islam. The news was conveyed directly by Umi Pipik, a public figure who is also known as a preacher.
Celine, who was previously known to be Catholic, has recently been seen wearing a hijab. This has of course sparked speculation among fans and netizens. However, Celine has not officially announced her status as a convert to the public.
Umi Pipik revealed that Celine was very enthusiastic about studying Islam. She even often attended religious studies. In addition, Umi Pipik also mentioned Celine's desire to wear the hijab fully, but was still constrained by her work commitments.
photo: Instagram/@celine_evangelista
"I really want to wear a hijab. As much as possible, I go to religious studies where I can wear a hijab," said Umi Pipik, repeating Celine's statement when chatting with her, quoted by brilio.net from KapanLagi, Monday (26/8).
Although she cannot wear the hijab fully, Celine still tries to carry out her worship seriously. Umi Pipik said that Celine often asks about the procedures for praying. She is even willing to read the prayer guide while praying to make sure that she is doing it correctly.
Celine's seriousness in studying her new religion can also be seen from her efforts to pray at the mosque. Umi Pipik revealed that Celine once told her about her experience of praying at the mosque. To avoid public attention, Celine was even willing to wear a niqab.
photo: Instagram/@celine_evangelista
"He just told me that sometimes I can go to the mosque alone for three days, but wear a veil, so people don't see. Because I'm afraid I'll be embarrassed, why do I still hold this prayer (notes), who is that? So sometimes he's actually in the mosque for three days," said Umi Pipik.
Although she has not been able to fully wear the hijab due to work demands, Celine's enthusiasm in studying and practicing Islamic teachings is commendable. Previously, in 2019, Celine shocked the public by fasting during the month of Ramadan.
Stefan William 's ex-wife also attended Ustaz Riza's study by wearing Muslim clothing and hijab. However, at that time she denied converting. Recently, the news of Celine's conversion to Islam was confirmed by Umi Pipik.