Monalisa Stephen Dies After Battle With Low Blood Sugar and Internal Bleeding

Popular Nigerian brand influencer and Nollywood actress, Monalisa Stephen, has passed away following complications related to low blood sugar and internal bleeding.

According to Naija News, her death was confirmed on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, by Seun Oloketuyi, CEO of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, who made the announcement via his Instagram page.

Oloketuyi revealed that the plus-sized actress died on Tuesday, May 13, after a struggle with hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and internal hemorrhaging, both of which proved fatal. He added that her immediate younger sister confirmed the heartbreaking news.

He 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 was known for her body positivity advocacy and her outspokenness on societal issues related to body image. Her sudden death sheds light on the serious health risks associated with underlying metabolic conditions and the importance of timely medical intervention.