British Rapper Central Cee Converts to Islam During Live Stream

In a significant personal and spiritual announcement, popular British rapper Central Cee publicly recited the Kalma Shahada (declaration of faith) during a recent live stream, confirming his conversion to Islam.

The London-born artist, whose real name is Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, made the announcement while live on social media, stating, “I just changed my name and recited the Kalma. I am now a Muslim.” Friends present during the stream congratulated him on his decision.

Central Cee, 25, rose to fame with hits like Day in the Life and his acclaimed 2025 album Can’t Rush Greatness. Known for his distinctive style and introspective lyrics, he has become one of the UK’s most-streamed rappers in recent years.

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While he mentioned adopting a new name following his conversion, he has not yet publicly revealed it. Social media users have been speculating, with names like Yusuf trending among suggestions from fans.

The announcement has drawn widespread attention and reactions online, with many fans and followers sending prayers and positive wishes for his new spiritual journey. While Central Cee had not previously spoken openly about his religious beliefs, his conversion is seen as a meaningful personal milestone and reflects a growing trend of public figures embracing Islam in the public eye.

Clips from the live stream have gone viral across social media platforms, marking a notable moment both in his career and in contemporary pop culture.