The family of Nollywood actress and body positivity advocate, Monalisa Ayobami Stephen, has announced that she will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 22, 2025, in a private burial ceremony.
Monalisa, aged 34, passed away on May 13 in Lagos following reported complications related to low blood sugar and internal bleeding. Her untimely death was first confirmed by journalist Seun Oloketuyi.
Celebrated for her memorable performances in films such as Breaded Life (2021) and Mami Wata (2023), Monalisa was more than a talented actress—she was a passionate advocate for plus-size representation, mental health awareness, and radical self-love.
In a statement shared via her official Instagram account, her family wrote:
We lay our beloved Monalisa Ayobami Stephen to rest this Thursday, May 22nd, 2025. In honour of her wishes and those of the family, the ceremony will be held privately. We ask for continued prayers and for her memory to be respected during this difficult time. Forever in our hearts.
Her final Instagram post, dated April 29, featured her dancing with joy—an image that now serves as a poignant reminder of her vibrant spirit.
