Controversial author Yassmin Abdel-Magied takes on new role

THE controversial career of Muslim activist and author Yassmin Abdel-Magied has taken a surprise new twist.

The former ABC TV presenter — who has made headlines with a number of politically charged statements about Islam, Anzac Day and African gangs — has moved into acting.

Ms Abdel-Magied fled to London last year in the wake of the controversies, comparing Australia to an “abusive boyfriend”.

At the time, she famously claimed she was the most hated Muslim in Australia.

But she is now making her acting debut in the new SBS series Homecoming Queens.

Created and co-written by Michelle Law, the series looks at the lives of two young women as the deal with life after major illness.

Ms Abdel-Magied took to Instagram to share her news, describing herself as “SO excited”.

Last month, the former Queenslander of the Year was given a coveted free speech award by Human rights group Liberty Victoria.

Ms Abdel-Magied was awarded the 2018 Young Voltaire Award for being a “role model” to young women, Muslims and migrants.

The 27-year-old fled the country last September after months of mounting controversies. She famously announced on ABC’s Q&A: “Islam to me is the most feminist religion,” during a debate with former Tasmanian senator Jackie Lambie.

Ms Abdel-Magied caused even more controversy when she shone the spotlight on asylum seekers on Anzac Day posting: “Lest We Forget (Manus, Nauru, Syria, Palestine ...).”

She deleted the Facebook post and apologised after a barrage of abuse, telling The Project she had no idea how bad the reaction would be.

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