Instagram model Brittany Renner surprised her fans by posting a video in which she wore a black hijab, sparking social media controversy over whether she has converted her religion to Islam.
Key Takeaways
- Renner’s choice to wear a hijab has created a buzz on social media.
- Her hijab attire has led to mixed reactions online, from support to accusations of mockery.
- The influencer mentioned struggling with the hijab in hot weather and considering Botox in the video.
Renner, 32, has not announced any change in her religious beliefs, leaving fans curious about her motives for adopting a new style.
The video, posted on Saturday, August 3, 2024, shows Renner sitting in a car, dressed in a black hijab that covers most of her upper body, delivering a message about “trust[ing] your wings.”
Accompanying the video is a caption that reads, “Trust your wings 💫,” suggesting a broader message of faith and self-belief.
Renner’s decision to wear the hijab without addressing her stance on converting to Islam has sparked online discussions and debates.
Following the video, comments flooded in, questioning whether the social media personality had truly changed her religion.
Rapper Samad Savage commented,
“If you’re actually Muslim, Alhumdulilah, welcome to real life, May Allah welcome you with forgiveness and love and may your future be full of purity.”
Another user supported her with a comment that read,
“Mashallah. May Allah make your journey easy. Ameen.”
Conversely, many accused her of mocking Islam with her attire and questioned her sincerity after debuting her new look.
One person wrote, “Don’t play with folks religion if you ain’t frfr. 🚫,” while another commented, “I feel like she is making a mockery…“
The first video was followed by another, where Renner discussed her wardrobe update, writing, “I am going to enjoy every moment of this walk of mine 🥰.”
She hinted that the modest look would be her style of choice from now on, saying,
“So I’m currently cleaning house. Out with the old, in with the new. Manifesting a new wardrobe.”
Despite acknowledging the difficulty of this transition, she expressed her determination, stating, “I’m just gonna show up and give my best. And every day my best gets better.“
The influencer also mentioned she is considering Botox under her arms to prevent sweating, as she has been struggling with the modest look in the hot weather.
She added, “Manifesting a new wardrobe… Inshallah,” using the Arabic phrase for “God willing,” which offended many commentators.
This led to a surge of critical comments, with one person writing, “Something is mentally wrong with this person,” and another adding, “This is cringe af.”
Despite Brittany’s explanation about her new style, more people trolled her in the comments section.
One user mocked her by comparing her to Amber Rose, saying, “You vs amber rose on who’s midlife crisis is better.”
On Twitter, another wrote, “Brittany Renner looks ridiculous 😭😭😭 playin with them people’s religion 😭“.
Renner also expressed uncertainty about how her new look will impact her contractual obligations, given that she is paid to model clothing from stores like Fashion Nova, which market ‘s*xy’ apparel.
Her attempt to adopt a new style has led to considerable backlash, highlighting the difficulties of managing public opinion.
The criticism raises concerns about authenticity and respect for religious symbols.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Born on February 26, 1992, Renner is from Mississippi and grew up with a brother named Steven and a sister named Lexie.
- She played soccer at Jackson State University, contributing to the Tigers’ victory in the 2010 SWAC championship.
- In 2020, she was in a relationship with NBA player P.J. Washington, and they welcomed a child together in May 2021.
