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Plus-size model and Nollywood actress Monalisa Stephen will be buried today in a private ceremony, following her death from health complications last week.
  • Burial will take place today, Thursday, 22 May, with a private interment at noon
  • The announcement was shared via Monalisa’s verified Instagram page
  • She died on 14 May 2025 after battling low blood sugar and internal bleeding
  • The news was confirmed by her sister and shared by BON’s Seun Oloketuyi
  • Fans and peers have continued paying tribute to her life and work
Monalisa’s passing shook fans not just because of her fame, but because she represented strength and confidence in a space that often sidelines plus-size women. Her openness about body image, health struggles, and the weight of public opinion made her a relatable figure to many. Her family’s choice for a private burial reflects the intimacy of their grief. Her voice, her smile, her courage — all remembered.

As tributes continue, many are calling for more awareness around health and body inclusivity in entertainment.