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  • Family announces burial plans for Actress Monalisa Stephen

    Family announces burial plans for Actress Monalisa Stephen

    The family of actress and body positivity advocate Monalisa Ayobami Stephen has announced that she will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 22, 2025.

    Monalisa passed away suddenly on May 13 in Lagos, following complications related to low blood sugar and internal bleeding.

    In a statement posted on her official Instagram account, the family confirmed that the burial will be a private interment ceremony scheduled for noon.

    They requested continued prayers and respect for her memory during this difficult time.

    “We lay our beloved Monalisa Ayobami Stephen to rest this Thursday, May 22nd, 2025. In honour of her wishes and the family’s, this will be a private ceremony. We ask for continued prayers and respect for her memory during this time. Forever in our hearts,” the statement read.

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    Her death was first confirmed by journalist and Best of Nollywood (BON) CEO Seun Oloketuyi, who stated that she died in Lagos from complications involving low blood sugar and internal bleeding.

    Monalisa, aged 34, was known for her roles in films such as ‘Breaded Life’ (2021) and ‘Mami Wata’ (2023), and for her passionate advocacy for plus-size women, mental health awareness, and self-love.

    Her final Instagram post, shared on April 29, featured her dancing to Davido’s “10 Kilo,” with a caption celebrating confident women—a reflection of her bold and inspiring personality.

  • Actress Bimpe Akintunde reacts to death of Monalisa Stephen

    Actress Bimpe Akintunde reacts to death of Monalisa Stephen

    Actress Bimpe Akintunde is mourning the sudden passing of friend and colleague, Monalisa Stephen, a popular plus-sized activist and body-positivity advocate.

    Monalisa reportedly died on May 13 in Lagos after struggling with low blood sugar and internal bleeding.

    Bimpe expressed grief on social media, lamenting that Monalisa didn’t reach out during her difficult moments.

    She questioned why Monalisa suffered in silence and described the loss as unexpected and painful.

    In her post, Bimpe condoled with Monalisa’s family, particularly her mother, and prayed for her soul to rest in peace.

    Read Also: Bimpe Akintunde celebrates women’s resilience

    “Monaaaaaa, you go at least call or message me when you were going through all of that naaaaaa, haaaaaahaaaaaaaa Eleyi ba mi lojiji.
    Sebi me n you dey talk naaaa? I pray your sweet soul find eternal Rest Aburo mi daada. My condolences to @iamolasamuel and Family, A o ni ri iru e mo lola oluwa oba. Goodnight, Monalisa Stephen,” she wrote.

    Bimpe’s emotional tribute has sparked an outpouring of condolences and shock from fans and friends.

    The news of Monalisa’s passing was confirmed by Seun Oloketuyi, CEO of Best of Nollywood, who shared the tragic update on Instagram.

  • Actress Monalisa Stephen dies after health complications

    Actress Monalisa Stephen dies after health complications

    Popular actress and body positivity advocate Monalisa Stephen has died after a struggle with low blood sugar and internal bleeding.

    She was known for sparking debates on body image, mental health, and self-love.

    Monalisa was a model, content creator, and media personality who used her platforms to speak openly about her struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts.

    The news of her death was confirmed by Seun Oloketuyi, CEO of Best of Nollywood (BON), who shared a post on Instagram revealing that she passed away on Tuesday, May 13, in Lagos.

    Read Also: How to treat celebrities with leaked tapes – Actress Monalisa Stephen

    “Brand influencer Monalisa Ayobami Stephen is dead. She died yesterday in Lagos after losing the fight against low sugar and internal bleeding. Her immediate younger sister confirmed the death of this hardworking and beautiful soul,” he wrote

    Fans and followers are mourning her passing, with many pointing out her recent silence on social media as a possible sign that something was wrong.

    Tributes are pouring in online, though no official statement has been released by her family yet.

  • How to treat celebrities with leaked tapes – Actress Monalisa Stephen

    How to treat celebrities with leaked tapes – Actress Monalisa Stephen

    Content creator Monalisa Stephen has advocated kindness especially towards celebrities whose private tapes get leaked on the Internet.

    The controversial actress stated this following the recent trend of leaked tapes and the latest s3x tape showing her colleague, Moyo Lawal and ex-fiance, which went viral online last week.

    In a conversation with PUNCH, Monalisa said people should understand that celebrities are human and fall in and out of love like others.

    She noted that in the case of a leaked s3x tape, people should not blame the victims because they are going through a tough time.

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    She said: “People don’t understand that celebrities are humans too. They fall in and out of love. They go through the same things every other person is going through. The difference is just that they are popular. When two adults record a sex tape, and it gets leaked, the blame should be on the person who leaked it.

    “I am not sure anyone would just wake up one day and choose to leak their sex tapes intentionally. It is not something to be proud of. However, when things like this happen, can society please be kind to the victim?

    “They would be going through a lot at that moment; mentally, emotionally, even physically. They need our love and support, not trolling. We need to continue spreading positivity, as tomorrow is not guaranteed. We need to be kind to people always.”