Nollywood actress and body positivity advocate, Monalisa Stephen has been confirmed dead after suffering from low blood sugar and internal bleeding.
The sad incident happened on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Lagos, as confirmed by a close family member.
“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
Also a source close to the Print Media confirmed the development.
Until her death, Monalisa was known for her opinions on body image, mental health, and self-love, often sparking heated debates online.
Monalisa Stephen gained prominence for using her platform to address issues related to self-love, body positivity, and mental health, often sparking debates with her candid remarks.
In April 2023, she made headlines after revealing in a controversial interview that her then-boyfriend performed oral sex on her while she was menstruating.
She remained resolute in her advocacy, urging plus-sized women to embrace self-confidence and “live their truth.”
At the time of filing this report, the family was yet to release an official statement, but tributes continued to pour in from fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry.
