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Jennifer Garner -

After her role in 'Miracles from Heaven' (2016), the actress had a personal revelation. She made a choice to regularly attend church with her family and had her three children baptized as United Methodist Church members.

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David Oyelowo -

The actor from Nigeria, who is also English, has strong religious beliefs and feels that God chose him to portray Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. in the film 'Selma' (2014). He has stated that his faith guides his decisions when it comes to selecting movie roles.

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Julia Roberts -

In 2010, the actress disclosed her decision to embrace Hinduism during the filming of 'Eat Pray Love' in India. She further explained that she found "peace and tranquility of mind in Hinduism."

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Tom Cruise -

Tom Cruise, renowned for his affiliation with the Church of Scientology, openly supports L. Ron Hubbard's Study Tech as a transformative approach in conquering his dyslexia.

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Mel Gibson -

Mel Gibson, despite some personal controversies, remains committed to his Christian beliefs. He has become a prominent faith-based filmmaker in Hollywood, creating successful movies such as 'The Passion of the Christ' (2004) and 'Hacksaw Ridge' (2016).

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Pierce Brosnan -

The James Bond actor found comfort in his Catholic faith following the death of his first wife, Cassandra Harris, from cancer in 1991. He once again turned to his faith when his daughter, Charlotte, passed away from cancer in 2013, seeking solace for himself and his family.

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Mark Wahlberg -

Wahlberg, a devout Catholic, passionately devotes himself to both his career and his faith. He rises early every day to pray, showing the same commitment as he does to his professional endeavors. Nonetheless, he has found himself in disagreement with his church as he openly supports same-sex marriage.

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John Travolta -

Since 1975, the actor has practiced Scientology. He decided to join the religion after reading 'Dianetics,' a book written by L. Ron Hubbard, the founder of the Church of Scientology.

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Hugh Jackman -

The actor responsible for bringing Wolverine to life is humble about his faith, describing himself as a "religious person." However, in an interview with Parade, this committed Christian acknowledged his religious upbringing and dedicates his performances to God.

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Kim Kardashian -

The media personality and socialite has referred to herself as "really religious" and disclosed to Vogue that the Kardashian family starts each day with a group chat and Bible verse with their mom.

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Richard Gere -

The actor, who was raised in the Methodist faith, became interested in Buddhism during his twenties. He frequently visits Dharamshala, the base of the Tibetan government-in-exile, as a passionate advocate for the Dalai Lama.

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Orlando Bloom -

The English actor became a member of the Buddhist organization Soka Gakkai International in 2004, while taking a break from acting. Bloom, who practices daily chanting, explained in an interview that being a Buddhist is "about studying what's going on in my life and using the fuel to go on and live a bigger life."

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Denzel Washington -

During his childhood, a young Washington regularly attended church on Sundays, contemplating a potential career as a preacher. However, he pursued Hollywood instead, yet has retained his strong adherence to Christianity.

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Tina Turner -

Growing up in the Baptist Church and later embracing Buddhism, the singer referred to herself as a "Buddhist-Baptist." In an interview with the World Tribune, Turner emphasized that she never disconnected her spiritual journey from her career as a rock singer.

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Carrie Underwood -

In an interview with CBS News Sunday Morning, the renowned country music artist disclosed that she experienced three miscarriages within a little over a year. Underwood credited her belief in God for assisting her in dealing with this difficult period. She welcomed her second child in early 2019.

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Natalie Portman -

Natalie Portman, originally from Jerusalem, relocated to the US with her family when she was three. Throughout her childhood, she went to a Jewish school and now holds both Israeli and American citizenship. While embracing her culture and religion, Portman acknowledges feeling a stronger connection to her Jewish roots in Israel compared to the US.

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Mindy Kaling -

Kaling practices Hinduism and has contributed to 'The Office' by writing and acting in an episode dedicated to the Hindu holiday Diwali.

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Jon Heder -

The actor gained fame for his part in the comedy 'Napoleon Dynamite' (2004) and is affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, continuing to actively participate in the Mormon Church.

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Patricia Heaton -

The actress, famous for her roles in 'Everybody Loves Raymond' and 'The Middle,' openly discussed her career in an interview with Christianity Today, stating, "My career floundered, then flourished because of faith."

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Kristin Chenoweth -

The actress and singer openly discusses her religious beliefs, identifying as a tolerant, progressive Christian, without judgment.

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Chris Pratt -

According to Chris Pratt himself, he found redemption after a man advised him that Jesus had the power to save him. The stranger kindly accompanied him to church, where Pratt soon discovered his religious vocation.

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Stephen Colbert -

Stephen Colbert, known for his roles on 'The Colbert Report' and 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' was once a Sunday school teacher. However, he almost lost his faith in his early twenties. In addition, he has received online ordination.

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Ginnifer Goodwin -

Goodwin's mother is Jewish. The actress was baptized and had a bat mitzvah service. She initially left her Jewish faith but later embraced it again, stating, "I was a Jew by birth, and now I'm a Jew by choice."

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Dave Chappelle -

The comedian embraced Islam in 1998, but is cautious about discussing his faith. In a sincere 2005 interview with Time, he said, "I don’t normally talk about my religion publicly because I don’t want people to associate me and my flaws with this beautiful thing."

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Rainn Wilson -

The comedic actor and his family adhere to the Bahá'í faith. He sees a connection between his career and his faith, viewing acting as a spiritual expression, similar to other forms of art.

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Sean Astin -

The actor known for his role in 'Lord of the Rings,' along with his wife and three daughters, received the sacrament of baptism in the Lutheran church. He personally identifies as a Christian.

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Mos Def -

Rapper Mos Def, whose real name is Dante Terrell Smith, embraced Islam at 19 and took the Muslim declaration of faith known as "shahada." In an interview with Beliefnet, he emphasized the importance of being devoted to something in life.

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Mayim Bialik -

Bialik, known for her role in popular comedy series 'The Big Bang Theory,' actively champions her Jewish faith through her website, Grok Nation.

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Tyler Perry -

The actor, playwright, and comedian identifies as a Christian and incorporates theological themes in his work. He believes this encourages audiences to openly discuss their personal faith, fostering a sense of ease.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar -

The retired basketball legend, formerly known as Ferdinand Lewis Alcindor Jr., converted to Islam in 1968. He then journeyed to Libya and Saudi Arabia to study Arabic and the Koran.

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Kevin James Instructions -

James, recognized for his humorous performances, is a devout Catholic who relies on his faith "to learn more and more each day and [try] to be the person that God wants me to be."

See also: Celebrities who converted to new religions

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