Neil Armstrong, or as he later became known by his revert name, Abdul Jamal, passed away.
His voyage to the moon made him a household name in the West. But, for many in the Islamic world, he was famous for converting to the true religion after hearing the adhan (call to prayer) whilst on the moon. Armstrong's miraculous story of conversion is particularly poignant as he, a man of science and reason, converted to the religion perfectly compatible with science.
Armstrong's scientifically proving Mecca is the center of the earth in later life is testament to his deep religious convictions:
Armstrong has done a great service to Islam; rejecting his disbelieving past and following the true path.