The Tanzanian entertainment industry is in mourning after Precious Stellah, a video vixen, model and entrepreneur, died while admitted to Mwananyamala Hospital in Tanzania.
Known on social media as Precious Stellah, she described herself as an entrepreneur, fashion model and musician.
What happened to Precious Stellah?
She rose to wider recognition after featuring in Willy Paul’s 2019 song Kizungu Zungu and also appeared in the Tommy Flavour video for Ali Kiba’s song Omukwano Wa, cementing her name among familiar faces in East African music videos.
A close friend of Stellah’s poured out grief in a moving tribute after learning of her passing, revealing just how sudden and shocking the news had been.
“You have left too soon. Life is a puzzle. We communicated on Saturday, and you said you wanted a child’s toys in the shop. Today I was told that you have died. I cannot believe it,” the friend wrote.
The tribute went on to paint a picture of a friendship built on mutual support, shared meals and life milestones.
“I gave birth to a baby boy, and you gave birth to a baby girl. Then today you are dead,” they added.
The friend also used the moment to shine a light on the struggles facing those working behind the scenes in the Tanzanian music industry.
“The industry in Tanzania is very hard. The vixens are not benefiting at all. But Stellah was a fighter.”
According to preliminary reports, Stellah had been suffering from pneumonia at the time of her death.
Word of Stellah’s passing spread quickly online, with followers and industry peers expressing shock and sorrow.
@iam_nical:
“I talked to her yesterday.”
@luludivatz:
“Innalilah wainnalilah rajiun.”
@fonfix_jee:
“May her soul rest in peace.”
@fammy_tz:
“Death is scary, guys.”
@mickyplanmaker:
“Schoolmate 💔”
Stellah is survived by a young child. She was widely described by those who knew her as a determined and resilient figure who kept pushing despite the financial hardships that many video vixens in the region face.
