Amatus Sami-Karim

Amatus Sami-Karim is popular among people as the wife of American actor and former rapper Mahershala Ali. 

She is an actress and producer as well.

Moved with her mom after the divorce

Amatus was born into a Muslim family in Chicago, U.S.A. 

Her father was a jazz musician, and he even worked as an Imam at different functions held in Chicago Mosque. 

As a child, she used to spent most of her time at the mosque with her father. 

The name of her parents is remained a secret till now.

It has been said that her parent’s marriage hit a rough patch when she was small. 

Eventually, the couple got divorced from each other. However, the reason is still hidden. 

After her parent’s separation, she moved on with her mom in Philadelphia, where her mom worked as a social worker.

Has studied arts 

When she was young, she was really interested in the arts. 

She always has this special connection with Arts no matter what form it is. 

She wanted to do something that has arts, so she joined Tisch School of Arts in New York.

Later for graduation, she attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts located in London. 

Lost her brother

She lost her brother in a gun violence incident. There are very few details on this incident. 

Moreover, she has lost her dearest ones like cousins, family members, roommates, and friends in these similar incidents in four years. 

She was disheartened by those incidents that have happened years ago. She has seen a lot in her life earlier.

Married seven years ago

Amatus was married to her husband Mahershala Ali on June 27th, 2013. 

However, the couple only spoke about their wedding publicly after a year. They tied the knot in small ceremonies.

They met each other when they were at Tisch School of Arts in New York. 

The couple got introduced to each other through their common friend. 

After meeting each other, their vibes matched, and they became good friends soon.

Reportedly the couple dated for long years before tying the knot. 

The couple has known each other for more than two decades now. 

Their marriage is still strong, and the love birds love each other company where ever they go.

The husband changed his religion

It has been said that her husband, Mahershala, got influenced by her to change his religion. 

He used to go to the mosque with her when they were in a relationship and not married.  

After listening to those prayers and visiting mosques daily with her, his body and mind started to feel connected with it.

He opens about his religion in the year 2017 at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. 

However, it has been almost two decades that he changed from Christianity to Islam. 

He converted his religion in 2000; at that time, he was not married.

Children

The couple was blessed with a beautiful daughter three years ago.  

She was born on February 22nd, 2017. The couple named her Bari Najma Ali.

Her husband posted a video on Instagram with their daughter, which you can see below.

Net Worth 

Her net worth is not available. 

However, her husband, Mahershala Ali, is estimated to have an $8 Million net worth. His Annual salary is under review.

Source of income

His primary source of income is a talented actor. He is a two-time Oscar-winning Actor. 

Other sources would be appearances, collaborations, endorsements, ads, and deals. 

The family must be enjoying a comfortable lifestyle.

Age and birthday

1. Her date of birth is not available.

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