Tragedy as prominent Nollywood actress Monalisa Stephen reportedly passes away

Nollywood has been thrown into mourning following reports that popular actress and body positivity advocate, Monalisa Stephen, has sadly passed away.

According to Seun Oloketuyi, founder of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, the actress died on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Lagos after reportedly battling low blood sugar and internal bleeding.

Oloketuyi made the announcement in a Facebook post on Wednesday, May 14, revealing that the heartbreaking news was confirmed by Monalisa’s immediate younger sister.

“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,” Oloketuyi wrote.

Monalisa was well known for her bold personality, advocacy for body positivity, and her appearances in several Nollywood productions.

As of the time of this report, her family has yet to issue an official statement.