Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Islam
Renowned basketball veteran Kareem Abdul-Jabbar embraced Islam shortly after winning the NBA title, a pivotal moment in his life. Formerly known as Lew Alcindor, he decided to change his name to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. While his choice may have been met with skepticism by some at the time, Abdul-Jabbar has since emerged as a legendary figure in the basketball world, renowned not only for his athletic prowess but also for his activism and writing.