They been married for 11 years Mahershala Ali and Amatus Sami Karim

Mahershala Ali and Amatus Sami Karim have been married for 11 years, having tied the knot in 2013. Their relationship is characterized by mutual support, shared artistic passions, and a deep personal connection that has evolved over nearly two decades.

Ali and Karim first met in 1997 while studying at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. At that time, Ali was pursuing his Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in acting, while Karim was an undergraduate student in the Experimental Theatre Wing. Although they did not become romantically involved until much later, their initial interactions laid the groundwork for a lasting bond. Ali has often reflected on how Karim influenced his life and spiritual journey, particularly regarding his conversion to Islam around 200012.