Brittany Renner, best known for her appearance on VH1’s Basketball Wives, has recently made headlines again—this time for shedding her hijab and returning to the bold, skin-baring fashion choices that first made her famous. The move comes less than a year after she publicly embraced Islam and spoke glowingly about the “beautiful purification process” the faith introduced into her life. Her dramatic wardrobe reversal has left many of her followers puzzled, disappointed, and in some cases, outright angry.
The 33-year-old influencer was initially celebrated for her bold decision to adopt modest Islamic dress, trading in her form-fitting outfits for flowing garments and conservative styles. When she first began wearing the hijab, her followers watched as she documented her journey across social media, often sharing introspective reflections and snapshots of her covered-up looks. However, those same followers have now witnessed her gradual return to revealing attire through a series of Instagram posts that suggest a conscious, step-by-step departure from modesty.
The transition began subtly. On May 22, Renner posted a clip in collaboration with a tattoo removal company. Clad in a hijab, she said, “My future self doesn’t want these tattoos anymore. I’m just going in a different direction.” It was a message about shedding the past—symbolically and literally. But the direction she took turned out to be quite different from what many expected. In the days that followed, her outfits began to change. She posted another photo wearing a stylish but conservative outfit—loose slacks paired with a long cardigan. Still modest, still aligned with Islamic dress codes.
But by the end of May, her followers noticed a shift. On May 30, she posted an image in a form-fitting orange one-piece. While not overly revealing, the outfit clung more tightly to her body and marked the first time in weeks she deviated from fully modest dress. Then, in mid-June, she appeared in a video with a new, liberal hairstyle—her hijab gone. Over the next several posts, Renner’s wardrobe evolved rapidly. Flowing dresses gave way to cropped tops, body-hugging skirts, and bikinis. By July, she had posted a photo wearing a scanty green crochet bikini, proudly showing off her figure.
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This transformation didn’t go unnoticed. Many fans were quick to accuse Renner of “cosplaying” Islam—adopting the religion not out of genuine belief, but to please a man. That man is believed to be rapper Kevin Gates, a Muslim whom Renner married in early April and divorced just weeks later in late May. Critics argue that her embrace of Islam was short-lived because it was never sincere. “You literally cosplayed a faith for a man,” one follower wrote bluntly. Another said, “If it was really in your heart, you’d still be a follower regardless of who you’re with.”
Renner hasn’t shied away from these comments, but she hasn’t directly addressed them either. In one Instagram caption, she wrote, “I don’t ask for permission or forgiveness, nor am I in the business of convincing.” While some fans offered support and praised her for “following her heart,” others were less sympathetic. One commenter noted, “She couldn’t get enough attention covered up,” implying that Renner’s return to her former image was driven more by a desire for fame than faith.
In a radio interview with REAL 92.3 LA, Renner confirmed her whirlwind relationship with Gates. “We got married April 6 and divorced May 28,” she said. When asked about her change in appearance and beliefs, she explained, “I followed my heart.” But many critics argue that following one’s heart doesn’t excuse what they see as religious mockery. “Nobody gets married planning to get divorced,” she said in her defense. “What I also will add is that I followed my heart, and that’s more than anyone can say in this world.”
Now, Renner seems to be focusing on herself. Despite the backlash, she appears undeterred. “I don’t feel like it’s a sucky situation because what is meant to be is always gonna be,” she said. Her recent posts echo this theme of self-renewal. She called her current phase “a nice 90-day reset,” suggesting that she’s taking time to reflect and heal. Her message, however, hasn’t quelled the storm of controversy surrounding her decisions.
Images of Renner once again wearing barely-there outfits—form-fitting dresses, revealing bikinis, and sheer clothing—have flooded her social media. Gone are the modest hijabs, floor-length cardigans, and loose-fitting clothes that once defined her public reawakening. In their place are glamorous, provocative looks that showcase the curves and confidence she’s long been known for.
To some, her fashion choices represent a woman reclaiming her identity and body after a difficult breakup. To others, they’re a sign of betrayal—not only of her faith, but of the trust she built with fans who believed in her spiritual journey. Her critics argue that modesty and faith aren’t costumes to be worn and discarded for convenience. Meanwhile, her supporters say she should be allowed to evolve, make mistakes, and grow without being dragged through public judgment.
Renner’s story raises questions about authenticity, identity, and the intersection of religion and public life. Was her journey into Islam genuine but short-lived? Or was it, as some suggest, a calculated move tied to a relationship? These are the questions many of her followers are now asking—and they don’t seem to be getting answers.
Regardless of where she goes next, Brittany Renner has once again managed to capture public attention. Her journey—both spiritual and personal—is messy, public, and still unfolding. While opinions remain divided, one thing is clear: she is unapologetically carving her own path, for better or worse. Whether that path will lead her back to modesty, deeper into self-expression, or somewhere entirely unexpected remains to be seen.
