# Buddhism's Growing Popularity May 10, 2003 Source: The Charlotte Observer On May 10, 2003 *The Charlotte Observer* reported that "Buddhism.. has attracted attention through the testimony of rock and soul diva Tina Turner. Turner's endorsement appears to be having its biggest impact in the African American community... For example, it was Turner who influenced Cheryl McIntosh to turn to Buddhism. A few years ago, McIntosh, a black female who also was just coming out of a divorce, happened to see the Turner biopic *What's Love Got to Do With It?* 'I was amazed by the change Turner said Buddhism has brought to her life,' said McIntosh, who holds degrees in law and education from Washburn University in Topeka, Kan... In a recent issue of *Christianity Today* magazine, author Stan Guthrie attributed the growth of Buddhism in America to 'a surge in Asian immigration and celebrity endorsement from the rich and the famous.'" See also:- [ Experience/Lifecycle Events/Expressions ](/news-stories/experiencelifecycle-eventsexpressions) - [ Buddhism ](/religions/buddhism) - [ Other Traditions ](/religions/other-traditions) - [ Civic ](/tags/civic) - [ Women ](/tags/women) Share on:- [ Facebook ](#) - [ Twitter ](#) - [ Linkedin ](#)