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Nollywood Actress Monalisa Stephen Has Passed On
Nollywood Actress Monalisa Stephen Has Passed On
Nollywood actress and renowned body positivity advocate, Monalisa Stephen, has sadly passed away.
She died on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Lagos due to complications arising from low blood sugar and internal bleeding.
Her passing was confirmed by her immediate younger sister and was publicly announced on Wednesday morning by Seun Oloketuyi, Chief Executive Officer of Best of Nollywood (BON).
In a statement posted on his official Instagram page, Oloketuyi wrote: “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.”
Monalisa Stephen gained prominence not only for her roles in Nollywood but also for her outspoken advocacy for body positivity, mental health, and self-love.
She was widely known for her bold views on societal beauty standards, weight stigma, and cyberbullying topics that frequently sparked discussions on social media.
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