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Who Is Mutah Beale

From Tupac's
Right Hand to the Masjid

Mutah Beale with Tupac Shakur
MUTAH & TUPAC  ·  THE OUTLAWZ

Mutah Beale - known to the world as Napoleon - was a member of the Outlawz, the rap group founded by Tupac Shakur. He performed alongside Tupac on albums and tours, and was one of the few people by his side during the final years of his life.

After Tupac's death in 1996, Mutah began a journey that took him far from the music industry. He embraced Islam, moved to Saudi Arabia and Medina, studied the religion deeply, and dedicated his life to serving Allah and his community.

Today, Mutah lives as a devoted Muslim, father, and philanthropist. His mission: to build Islamic infrastructure in places the world has forgotten - starting with the first permanent masjid in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico.

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"I left the fame. I left the music. I left everything. And I found something that none of that could ever give me - peace. Now I want to build something that outlasts all of us."
Mutah Beale (Napoleon) - Founder, Mutah Beale Foundation
Quick Reference

Key Facts
for Journalists

The Person
  • Full Name: Mutah Beale (born Mutah Wassin Shabazz Beale)
  • Stage Name: Napoleon of the Outlawz
  • Born: New Jersey, USA
  • Religion: Islam (accepted shahada: 2002)
  • Known For: Member of Tupac Shakur's rap group the Outlawz
The Foundation
  • Organization: Mutah Beale Foundation
  • Status: 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit
  • EIN: 66-1121934
  • Location: Mayagüez, Puerto Rico
  • Mission: Building Islamic infrastructure for underserved Muslim communities
Projects
  • Project: Mayagüez Masjid - first permanent mosque in Mayagüez, PR
  • Land: Secured - owned by the Foundation
  • Fundraising Goal: $500,000
  • Construction Start: In shaa Allah 2026
  • Community Served: Muslim families of western Puerto Rico
Media Contact
  • Email: info@mutahbealefoundation.org
  • Response Time: Within 48 hours
  • Interviews: Available in English and Arabic
  • Availability: Phone, video call, or on-site in Puerto Rico
  • Website: mutahbealefoundation.org
Story Ideas

Story Angles
for Journalists

Hip-Hop to Hajj: From the Outlawz to Building a Mosque

The remarkable transformation of Napoleon - Tupac Shakur's bandmate - who left fame behind to dedicate his life to Islam and is now building Puerto Rico's first mosque.

Islam in Puerto Rico: A Community Without a Home

Puerto Rico's Muslim community in Mayagüez - the island's third-largest city - has no permanent mosque. Families drive over an hour for Friday prayer. The Mutah Beale Foundation is changing that with a $500,000 build campaign.

Sadaqah Jariyah: A Son Building for His Parents After They're Gone

Mutah lost his parents young. Islam gave him the concept of sadaqah jariyah - ongoing charity that earns reward even after death. Every masjid he builds is an act of love for the people he couldn't save while they were here.

Islam in the Caribbean: The Community the World Forgot

Muslim communities are growing across Latin America and the Caribbean - but Islamic infrastructure has not kept pace. Mutah Beale's foundation is the first serious effort to build a permanent masjid in Puerto Rico's third-largest city.

The $500K Campaign Fueled by Faith - Not Fame

No celebrity endorsements. No major donors. Just a global community of Muslims giving $25 and $50 at a time - because they believe in the reward of building a house of Allah. A story about grassroots Islamic philanthropy in 2026.

Press Resources

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Press Kit (PDF)

Full press kit including bio, project overview, mission statement, and key facts.

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High-Res Photos

Professional photos of Mutah Beale, foundation logos, and project site images.

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Official Bio

Short (100-word) and long-form (400-word) official biography of Mutah Beale.

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B-Roll Footage

Video footage of the project site and foundation story. Available upon request.

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Legal Documents

501(c)(3) determination letter, EIN documentation, and registration certificate on request.

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The Mutah Beale Foundation is an active, unfolding story. A former rap star building a mosque in Puerto Rico. A Muslim community waiting decades for a home. A $500K campaign fueled by faith from across the world.

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Podcasts & Radio
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Documentary & Film
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