Daniel Kaluuya: Oscar-Winning Uganda Actor Responds to Claims He Joined Cult
- Oscar-winner Daniel Kaluuya’s absence from the spotlight sparked wild speculation, including claims he joined a cult
- The rumours resurfaced after a viral post linked the actor with Ugandan roots to a controversial spiritual adviser
- Kaluuya responded to the allegations, as insiders said the actor is simply prioritising personal projects
Daniel Kaluuya, an acclaimed British actor who won an Oscar for Judas and the Black Messiah in 2021, has sparked widespread speculation over his apparent retreat from the spotlight.
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Despite being one of Hollywood’s most promising talents, Kaluuya has kept a relatively low profile in major films following his award win, prompting concern and conspiracy theories from fans and social media users alike.
Why was Daniel Kaluuya linked to cult?
Mirror reports that speculation intensified after a viral post alleged that Kaluuya had joined a cult, racking up over 24 million views before being deleted.
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The claims resurfaced earlier reports from 2022 linking the actor to Vanylla Salimah Mahmoud, also known as Heir Holiness.
At the time, the US media described her as a spiritual guide with unusual influence over Kaluuya, even claiming she was acting as his manager.
These reports coincided with Kaluuya cutting ties with his long-time representatives, adding fuel to the rumours.
However, sources close to Kaluuya have denied any wrongdoing or disappearance. Industry insiders suggest the actor has deliberately stepped away from big-budget productions to focus on personal projects and creative control.
What did Daniel Kaluuya say about cult links?
In a past interview, Kaluuya responded to the cult rumours, criticising the media's reliance on unnamed sources over verified facts.
“It showed me that I was in a paradigm of fame. An unnamed, unverified source has more credibility than what is said and the truth of the situation... That’s not what happened,” he said.
Heir Holiness also publicly dismissed the claims, calling them fabricated and baseless.
“They made it up. It was very shocking... My main thing was to make sure he’s safe and able to do his work. All of it is fake,” she said.
Kaluuya, who was brought up by his Ugandan single mother in London, gained global recognition for his performance in Jordan Peele’s Get Out.
The 2017 hit earned him multiple nominations and cemented his reputation as a versatile actor.
What condition does Lupita Nyong’o have?
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In other news, Lupita Nyong’o recently revealed she was diagnosed with uterine fibroids in 2014, the same year she won her Oscar.
The actress underwent surgery to remove multiple growths and is now advocating for awareness and better treatment options.
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous but can cause painful symptoms such as heavy bleeding, anaemia, and pregnancy complications.
Lupita said she was pushing for legislative action to support research and early detection. She also introduced a research grant to develop less invasive treatments.
According to the celebrated actress, her goal was to ensure women, especially Black women who are disproportionately affected, receive better care and attention for this common condition.
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