Remi Adeleke - Transformed: A Navy SEAL’s Unlikely Journey from the Throne of Africa, to the Streets of the Bronx, to Defying All Odds

PRAISE FOR TRANSFORMED

Transformed is a truly inspiring story of an abrupt transition to a new land, survival, and perseverancethe definition of the SEAL creed of never quit. A descendant of warriors and chieftains from Africa, Remi Adeleke became a warrior and a leader here. America needs to understand why he became the patriot he is and learn from his amazing journey.

Scott McEwen, #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor, American Sniper

Remi Adeleke is a miraculous mountain of a man. His story is a living testimony to the unfailing love of his Lord and Savior. He is truly transformed in the deepest sense of the word, and his book will have a lasting impact on many souls.

Kathie Lee Gifford, Today cohost, New York Times bestselling author, and friend

Im incredibly fortunate to know Remi Adeleke. Proud to say I understand him even more now after reading this book. To know Remi is to know a man of true purpose. Its sometimes easy to fall victim to the false narrative that we cant rise above our station. And yet Remi takes that premise to task in this powerful memoir. It is akin to having an amazingly candid conversation with one of the most formidable and honest human beings you will ever know. He takes the soldiers story and turns it inside out by looking at how his incredible past gave way to his present.

Transformed is a uniquely familiar story. I laughed, cried, and celebrated Remis successes as if they were my own. From the streets to a Navy SEAL, his raw and harrowing journey of hope and inspiration left me absolutely speechless!

Corey Hawkins, lead actor, Straight Outta Compton, Kong Skull Island, and 6 Underground

This book is more powerful than I could have imagined! Transformed is less about invincible, somewhat mysterious supersoldiers and more about very flawed, vulnerable, yet courageous men, a strong story about the trial and error of the human spirit. Remi Adeleke has written a personal timeline of redemption and faith, and I am truly blown away and humbled by his story.

Neil Brown Jr., lead actor, SEAL Team, CBS, and Insecure, HBO

Remi and I developed a unique bond while working overseas together. As I mentored him in his career as a SEAL, his faith, and his pursuit to be a dedicated husband and father, I was blessed to hear his story of transformation firsthand and be a part of his continued transformation. Transformed is a masterful display of the good, bad, and ugly that life tends to throw our way. In this book you see how overcoming adversity became a normal way of life for Remi and, equally important, how you can mimic Remis attributes to overcome the odds in your life.

Joe Kuhns, Navy SEAL Senior Chief, retired

From riches to rags to true riches, Transformed is the epitome of perseverance and triumph. We may all navigate lifes journey differently, but if you look closely, you just may find a Common Denominator.

Gene No Malice Thornton

Stripped of his birthright in Nigeria and thrust into the Bronx, fatherless and without a penny to his name, its not hyperbole to call Remi Adeleke the product of one miracle after another. Aptly titled, Transformed is the incredible true story of a warriors brokenness and long road to redemptionthe kid from the Bronx who couldnt swim who became a sailor, the sailor who became a Navy SEAL. It is one of my greatest joys to call this man my friend.

Cody Gifford

I met Remi Adeleke at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute as a student in my acting class. Remi has a quality that no one can teach. Star quality. He is a profoundly gifted actor. His work is riveting. His depth of understanding character and bringing it to life is breathtaking.

I did not anticipate that Remis gift as an actor would translate into writing his life story, which is equally riveting. There are many heroes in his story; most of them are women, including his wonderful mother, grandmother, Aunt Dokey, Navy recruiter Petty Officer Reyes, HM2 Brown, Cecilia, Nia, and his wife. It took these strong women to bring this extraordinary man to where he is today.

I loved this book. Remis life and personal triumphs are gripping. I could not put it down. If you want to learn what it means to never give up under any circumstances, you must read Transformed. Remi scaled the highest mountains. See how he did it.

M. J. Karmi, Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute

In Transformed Remi Adeleke lays out the entire mosaic of his life and doing just what the title promises: showing true transformation. This book is great!

Nate Bobbett, LD Entertainment

Want to learn from the best? Someone with a wealth of experience and who is always committed to using his life to help others? Then this book about Remi Adelekes journey through life is a must-read.

Ivica J. Hudika, Navy SEAL Senior Chief, retired

Remi Adelekes ability to explore the why then focus on the what is riveting as Transformed screams out, A failure is only a failure if you dont learn from it. At Saint Marys our program has been transformed, thanks to Remi for his ability to reshape and define exactly what it takes to be the best you can possibly be at all times.

Tim OBrien, Hall of Famer and head rugby coach, Saint Marys College of California

Remi Adelekes transformation story is awe inspiring for anyone who has a dream. His remarkable achievement of goals set throughout his lifewhen most people would have given up or never would have dared to dreamis what makes Transformed different from other books. From a young boy in Africa to a troubled teen in the Bronx, Remi moves through each phase of life with great difficulty, but he never quits. Between his never-quit attitude and his strong family and spiritual bonds, he figures out his life. I recommend you go on this journey with Remi by reading this book and getting to know what makes him special among a group of special operators: the Navy SEALs.

Stew Smith, Navy SEAL veteran, fitness trainer, and author

Remi Adeleke is the real deal. His story will humble you, inspire you, and compel you to be better today than you were yesterday. I was blessed to have gone through SEAL training with Remi and to have struggled with the same aspects of training. His support, upbeat attitude, and unwavering commitment to lift up others was invaluable to me in some of the most challenging moments of my life. Watching him grow into the man he is today has been an absolute joy. If you have been knocked down by life, Transformed will teach you how to get back up.

Nick Hays, former Navy SEAL, Harvard Business School alumnus, author, and speaker

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