Precious 'Mamazeus' Nwogu

Written and directed by Ruméh Ejoor, the eight-minute heart-wrenching first episode tagged 'Be A Good Girl' unveils a character beautifully performed by the seasoned Nollywood star.

The unnamed character narrates her long and grueling tale of sexual abuse at the hands of the trusted people in her life.

'Be A Good Girl' opens with the actor painfully recounting her character's first abuse.

"Come on, be a good girl! The first time I heard the phrase 'be a good girl', I was only seven," Damasus narrates in the touching piece. "My parents worked crazy hours so Aunty Rachael, my cousin would pick me up after school and I'd stay at her house."

On the inspiration behind the series, the 'Gone' star shared on YouTube: "'Be A Good Girl' is the first video of the 'In The Chair Series.' This performance is dedicated to all the victims of abuse who have been silenced. We see you. We hear you. We will continue to fight with you and for you."

Interestingly, the monologue foreshadows Damasus' character in 'Akwụna', a short film she shot last September. The Oluyinka Davids directed film revolves around a Nigerian immigrant who turns to prostitution following a tragic experience.

Recall that Damasus expressed delight over the daring role <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/movies/watch-stella-damasus-nnamdi-kanaga-tim-meadows-in-akwuna-official-trailer/cbjll8g">in a chat with Pulse</a>. “It’s a new chapter in my life, and with newness, comes the boldness and desire to take more risks and challenges in my career and life in general,” the actress said.

Stella Damasus on 'In My Chair' monologue [Instagram]

The eight-minute long episode recently launched on YouTube

Watch Stella Damasus' heart wrenching 'In The Chair' monologue on sexual abuse

US-based actor and filmmaker, Nnamdi Kanaga has debuted the official trailer for his latest project, a short film titled 'Akwụna'.

Starring Nollywood veteran Stella Damasus in the lead role, the Oluyinka Davids directed short film centers on Ebere, a Nigerian immigrant who turns to prostitution following a tragic experience.

Recall that production for 'Akwụna'<a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/movies/akwuna-stella-damasus-features-in-new-short-film/q75mnej"> wrapped up in September with Damasus describing her role one of the most challenging role she has had to play in recent times.</a>

&nbsp;“I took on this role because of the challenge. After being in the industry for over 25 years, always playing the decent, respectable housewife or the damsel in distress, I thought it was time to do something different and push myself beyond the boundaries and expectations that people have set for me," the actress said in an exclusive chat with Pulse.

“It’s a new chapter in my life, and with newness, comes the boldness and desire to take more risks and challenges in my career and life in general.”

Damasus stars alongside Tim Meadows, Kelechi Eke, Sara Rashelle and Kanaga (who doubles as writer and producer).

Stella Damasus in 'Akwuna' short film [YouTube]

The short film is directed and executive produced by Oluyinka Davids.

Watch Stella Damasus, Nnamdi Kanaga, Tim Meadows in 'Akwụna' official trailer

Nollywood star actress Stella Damasus is set to thrill fans with her latest role in 'Akwụna', a forthcoming short film that explores the tragic side to immigration.

'Akwuna' short film directed by Oluyinka Davids [Nnamdi Kanaga]

Pulse recently gathered that principal photography recently wrapped up in Dallas, Texas for the short film directed and executive produced by Oluyinka Davids.

In 'Akwụna', Damasus stars as the gritty protagonist Ebere, a Nigerian immigrant who turns to prostitution following a tragic experience.

Speaking on why she took on the daring new role, Damasus who doubles as Associate Producer revealed:

"After being in the industry for over 25 years, always playing the decent, respectable housewife or the damsel in distress, I thought it was time to do something different and push myself beyond the boundaries and expectations that people have set for me."

"It's a new chapter in my life, and with newness, comes the boldness and desire to take more risks and challenges in my career and life in general."

"Everybody wants to come to America, but the truth is not everybody really knows what goes down in America. This might sound very cliche but it is a reality oftentimes (if not always) overlooked. Stories about survival in America can be very scary, I mean people do a lot of things in order to breathe the "American oxygen", and in that process, they lose a lot of things sometimes even themselves," added director Oluyinka Davids.

On the inspiration behind the story, writer Nnamdi Kanaga shared:

"When Stella, Yinka, and I decided to do a project together, we wanted the collaboration to birth something different. Something people have never seen before.

"With this in mind, I wrote the script without thinking about any limitations because we were ready to give it everything- creatively, technically, artistically, and beyond. Akwụna is daring. The story threads on paths that people have, in recent times, avoided and/or overlooked."

'Akwụna' costars Dallas-based American actor Tim Meadows, The African Film Festival director Kelechi Eke, Nnamdi Kanaga, and Sara Rashelle.

The immigration centred story is written and produced by Nnamdi Kanaga.

Check out BTS from Stella Damasus's new short film 'Akwụna' [Exclusive]

Odion Okonofua

<h1>Nollywood veteran Stella Damasus has remembered her late husband, Jaiye Aboderin who passed away 16 years ago.</h1>

The movie star took to her Instagram page on Thursday, December 3, 2020, where she paid tribute to her late husband.

"It's been 16 years since we lost my hubby JAIYEJEJE ABODERIN. Still feels like yesterday. I wasn't sure I could bring myself to write this but I need to. Our daughters are 21 and 18 now, all grown up," she wrote.&nbsp;

"They decided to do something different this year to honor him. We all miss him and talk about him daily. Jay is not the kind of man that you forget. I smile each time I remember or talk about him because that's what he represented to all who knew him. He brought joy, happiness, comfort and support to all."

Stella Damasus and Jaiye Aboderin's daughters Izzy Bella and Angelica [Instagram/StellaDamasus]

"I cry sometimes because I wish he could have spent more time with us. But God knows best. Anyone who has lost a spouse will understand what I mean. JAY will never be forgotten. His legacy lives on. No matter where we go or who we become, he will always be in our hearts. Rest in peace Obim. #RIP #jaiyejejeAboderin."

Damasus and Aboderin got married in 1999.&nbsp;

The couple had two daughters before Jaiye died suddenly in 2004.

In 2007, Damasus remarried, this time, to&nbsp;Emeka Nzeribe. Now this was one of the shortest celebrity marriages ever as it only lasted for 7 months. The reason behind the end of Damasus' union to Nzeribe is not known to date.

Daniel Ademinokan and Stella Damasus [Instagram/DaBishop007]

In what started as mere rumours in 2011, Damusus and movie producer and director,&nbsp;Daniel Ademinokan&nbsp;became an item. They however kept their relationship and marriage private until 2014. There are, however, unconfirmed reports that <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/stella-damasus-and-husband-no-longer-following-each-other-on-ig-as-rumours-swell-over/9ybwvmv">the two have split. </a>

Stella Damasus and late husband, Jaiye Aboderin [KemiFilani]

Damasus remembers her late husband and father of her two children.

Stella Damasus remembers late husband Jaiye Aboderin 16 years after his death

<h1>Stella Damasus has so many cute words to say to her look-alike daughter, Angelica on her 18th birthday.</h1>

In a series of posts shared via her Instagram page on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, the Nollywood veteran celebrated her daughter who she described as her twin on her birthday.

"Today the 13th of October is a special day for me. 18 years ago I gave birth to my twin and it was a memorable one. I cannot thank God enough for giving me a beautiful, intelligent, loving, caring, and amazing daughter. Happy birthday my angel @angelicatooni I love you too too much. #hbd #18thbirthday #18yearsold," she wrote.

"My angel, my twin, my best friend @angelicatooni. Happy birthday to you. This is your first birthday without me by your side. Even though it hurts, I am happy and grateful that you are an adult. A college student who is so hardworking. Please, baby, have fun today and enjoy every minute of it. You turn 18 just once."

Happy birthday to Angelica from all of us at Pulse.

The movie star's daughter <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/stella-damasus-celebrates-daughter-as-she-bags-scholarship-and-emerges-high-schools/0741pt0">recently bagged a scholarship from Colombia University</a>, after graduation from high school in the United States of America.

Stella Damsus and her daughter, Angelica [Instagram/StellaDamasus]

Angelica recently bagged a scholarship to study at the prestigious Colombia University.

Stella Damasus celebrates look alike daughter on her 18th birthday

<h1>There are reports that Nollywood movie star, Stella Damasus, and her husband Daniel Ademinokan have gone their separate ways.</h1>

According to the reports, the movie star and her husband weren’t able to resolve their differences, hence his decision to move out of their matrimonial home.&nbsp;

The couple already unfollowed each other on Instagram, a trend common among celebrity couples especially when they are going through a breakup or marital crisis.

Daniel Ademinokan and Stella Damasus have both unfollowed each other on Instagram [Instagram/StellaDamasus]

However, the actress is yet to delete his photos from her Instagram page.

Their marriage/partnership

Stella Damasus co-owns a production outfit with Daniel Ademinokan [Instagram/DanielAdeminokan]

Damasus and Ademinokan started dating back in 2011. They, however, kept their relationship and marriage private until 2014.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/movies/5-talking-points-from-stella-damasus-ig-live-interview-with-pulse/pq3q4hc">The couple co-own a production outfit</a>, Two Studios, which is the brain behind her 2015 movie 'Between' that also doubles as their first movie in the United States of America.

Damasus' previous marriages

Ademinokan is not Damasus' first husband as she has been married three times. She got married to Jaiye Aboderin in 1999. Sadly, he passed away in 2004.&nbsp;

Stella Damasus and second husband, Emeka Nzeribe [Qed]

In 2007, Damasus remarried, this time, to Emeka Nzeribe. Now, this was one of the shortest celebrity marriages ever as it only lasted for 7 months. The reason behind the end of Damasus' union to Nzeribe is not known till date.

The Doris Simeon connection

Doris Simeon and Daniel Ademinokan have a son from their failed marriage

Ademinokan was once married to Nollywood actress, Doris Simeon. It is reported that they both met on set from where they started a relationship. Their marriage didn't last long as they were involved in one of <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/movies/messy-divorce-my-ex-wife-was-sleeping-around-with-different-men-daniel-ademinokan/h2try2t">the messiest celebrity divorce scandals.</a>

In 2013, Ademinokan revealed that Simeon was a pathological liar, serial adulteress, and was only playing on people’s psyche to get their sympathy.

When the news of Damasus and Ademinokan began to trend a few years ago, it didn't go down well with Simeon. In an interview with Thisday back in 2016, Damasus debunked the rumours that <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/stella-damasus-actress-opens-up-on-husband-snatching-allegation/5gxg79d">she was a husband snatcher</a>.

Daniel Ademinokan and Stella Damasus (Instagram/Daniel Ademinokan)

Damasus still has some of Ademinokan's photos on her Instagram page even though they have unfollowed each other.

Veteran actress Stella Damasus and husband no longer following each other on IG as rumours swell over marriage collapse

<h1>Nollywood veteran Stella Damasus is celebrating her husband, Daniel Ademinokan on his birthday.</h1>

In a post shared via her Instagram page on Friday, July 31, 2020, the movie star showered praises on him, calling him an exceptional husband and father.

"It's my husband's birthday and I am grateful to God for such a special gift. @dabishop007 you are an amazing and exceptional husband and father. You have been a blessing in my life, a teacher, a friend, and my pastor. I love you so so much boo," she wrote.

"Thank you for making me feel special every single day. Thank you for being so selfless and caring. May God grant your heart desires and give you long life in Jesus' name. #hbd #hubby."

Happy birthday to Ademinokan from all of us at Pulse.

Stella Damasus celebrates hubby, Daniel Ademinokan on his birthday [Instagram/DanielAdeminokan]

Ademinokan and Damasus have been together for almost ten years and married for about six to seven years.&nbsp;

Damasus says Ademinokan has been a blessing to her life.

Stella Damasus celebrates husband Daniel Ademinokan on his birthday

<h1>Stella Damasus is celebrating her daughter, Angelica, as she bags a university scholarship after graduation from high school in the United States of America.</h1>

The visibly proud mother took to her Instagram page on Thursday, June 25, 2020, where she flooded her timeline with photos of her daughter.

She went to reveal that her daughter has gotten a scholarship from the prestigious Colombia University and also emerged as class valedictorian from her graduating high school.

"My beautiful daughter @angelicatooni graduated high school today. I am such a proud mum right now. She didn't only get a scholarship to @columbia she is also #valedictorian of the class of 2020. #classof2020 #columbiauniversity," she wrote.

It didn't end there as the actress revealed in one of the photos that even though her daughter didn't want all the social media buzz, she couldn't keep calm over the achievement.

"She is begging me to stop posting. It's a bit too much mummy. My dear allow me. I didn't get to do this for years. I have a reason to flood my page @angelicatooni," she wrote.

Congratulations to Stella Damasus and her beautiful daughter on the laudable achievement from all of us at Pulse.

Stella Damasus and her daughter, Angelica [Instagram/StellaDamasus]

Stella Damasus' daughter will be attending Colombia University on scholarship.

Stella Damasus celebrates daughter as she bags scholarship and emerges high school's valedictorian

<h1>Naturally, everyone wants to settle down with the right partner for the rest of their lives on earth.</h1>

However, in the entertainment industry globally, settling down or getting married isn't seen as a do or die affair. For many they have tried it once, twice, or even thrice just to finally be with Mr or Mrs Right.

We will be specifically looking at some of your favourite celebrities who have remarried at some point in their lives. It is important to note that some of these celebrities only made it to this list because they lost their spouse to death and decided to get married again.

Here are five of Nigeria's biggest celebrities who gave marriage another shot that you should know.

For those who don't know, Toyin Abraham is one of Nigeria's biggest movie stars. She has been in the industry for over a decade. Now Toyin Abraham joins the list of celebrities who have tried their hands on marriage three times.

Toyin Aimakhu and ex-husband  Adeniyi Johnson

The actress was married to a United Kingdom-based businessman, Adeniyi Solanke between 2010 and 2011. Even though a lot is not known about that marriage she later went on to marry movie star, Adeniyi Johnson. Abraham's marriage to Johnson spanned between 2014 to 2016.

Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham and her husband, Kolawole Ajeyemi  (NAN)

Abraham's separation from Johnson can be described as one of <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/toyin-aimakhu-adeniyi-johnson-says-actress-was-dating-seun-egbegbe-while-they-were/c2vcfev">the most talked-about</a> and <a href="http://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/toyin-aimakhu-actress-allegedly-separates-from-husband-adeniyi-johnson-id3431908.html">messiest divorce stories in Nollywood</a>. The movie star tied the knot with colleague, Kolawole Ajeyemi in 2019. The two later went on to welcome their first child together.

2. Funke Akindele

Funke Akindele [Instagram/FunkeJenifaAkindele]

Prior to her first marriage, little or nothing was known about Funke Akindele's private life. The actress kept everyone guessing about her relationship until 2012 when she got married to popular Oshodi based businessman, Adeola Kehinde Oloyede.&nbsp;

Funke Akindele and first husband, Adeola Kehinde Oloyede. [DailyPost]

<a href="https://www.pulse.ng/gist/its-over-how-funke-akindeles-413-day-old-marriage-crashed/bckj047">The marriage only lasted for 413 days</a> as reports of infidelity and abuse rocked the foundation of that union.&nbsp;

Funke Akindele and husband, JJC Skillz [Instagram/JJCSkillz]

However, Akindele didn't give up as she found love again and this time around in the arms of music star, JJC Skillz. The interesting thing about this union is that Skillz was previously married with kids. The two got married in 2016 and are blessed with a set of twins.

3. Stella Damasus

A veteran in the industry, Stella Damasus needs no introduction as she remains one of the best hands to have come out of Nollywood. Sadly in 2004, Damasus lost her husband Jaiye Aboderin who she got married to in 1999 to the ugly hands of death.

In 2007, Damasus remarried, this time, to Emeka Nzeribe. Now this was one of the shortest celebrity marriages ever as it only lasted for 7 months. The reason behind the end of Damasus' union to Nzeribe is not known to date.

Daniel Ademinokan and wife, Stella Damasus [Instagram/DaBishop]

In what started as mere rumours in 2011, Damusus and movie producer and director, Daniel Ademinokan became an item. They however kept their relationship and marriage private until 2014. Damasus has two daughters from her first marriage to Aboderin.

4. Richard Mofe-Damijo

Richard Mofe-Damijo [Instagram/MofeDamijo]

Richard Mofe-Damijo, a veteran in the entertainment has been married twice. The Nollywood giant was married to the well-known publisher and journalist, May Ellen-Ezekiel popularly known as MEE.

Richard Mofe Damijo and late wife, May Ellen-Ezekiel with publisher, Dele Momodu [Legit]

Richard Mofe-Damijo and wife Jumoke Adegbesan [Instagram/MofeDamijo]

Sadly, she passed away in 1996. The two had a son together. A few years later, the movie star got married to media personality, Jumobi Adegbesan. The two have remained together and have four children.&nbsp;

5. Monalisa Chinda

The beautiful Monalisa Chinda has for years blown the minds and hearts of millions of Nigerians with scintillating acting skills. That hasn't been the story in the family front as the actress has had a fair share of failed marriages.&nbsp;

In 2009, Chinda announced that she was getting a divorce from then-husband, Dejo Richards. According to the actress the marriage was marred with <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/monalisa-chinda-says-her-ex-husband-is-a-woman-beater/hchccd8">domestic violence</a> amidst other allegations.

Monalisa Chinda and husband, Victor Tonye Coker [KemiFilani]

After the drama that surrounded her failed marriage to Richards, Chinda got married in 2016 to Victor Tonye Coker. According to the actress and mother of one, Coker is her childhood friend.

It is important to note that some of these celebrities only made it to this list because they lost their spouse and had to get married again. [Instagram/MofeDamijo] [Instagram/ToyinAbraham]

Here are five of Nigeria's biggest celebrities who gave marriage another shot that you should know.

Pulse List: 5 Nigerian celebrities who remarried that you should know

<h1>Nollywood movie star, Stella Damasus turns forty-two today and her hubby, Daniel Ademinokan is celebrating her with a cute message.</h1>

The movie director took to his Instagram page where he showered praises on his wife on her forty-second birthday.

"@stelladamasus everyone you have come in contact with can testify that truly you are one of a kind. An enigma. Stellz, happy birthday to you my partner in crime, and a million other things. LOL," he wrote.

"You are loved, you are blessed, you are special, you are favoured, and may your days forever be filled with light. As a family, we are blessed to have you.

Stella Damasus [Instagram/Stella Damasus]

"As a husband...I can never have enough words to describe the incredibly memorable, blessed, and remarkable life I've had with you. This is the beginning of the best days of the rest of your life. Happy Birthday, Love.

Happy birthday to Stella Damasus from all of us at Pulse.

Daniel Ademinokan says words can't describe the blessing she has brought to his life.

Check out adorable message Stella Damasus got from her hubby on 42nd birthday

Steve Dede

<h1>Veteran actress Stella Damasus just made a return to the screen with a new movie ‘Between’ which she also co-produced with along her husband Daniel Ademinokan via their joint-owned Index Two Studios.&nbsp;</h1>

Shot in Georgia, United States, Damasus plays the lead role in this flick that has been released on Youtube for free. We got her to speak about the movie in an Instagram Live interview with Pulse which was held on Saturday, April 11, 2020.&nbsp;

In the interview, she also spoke on life in America, plans and her impact in Nigerian films.&nbsp;

These are five things she said in the interview.&nbsp;

<h2>1. Staying positive amidst these coronavirus times</h2>

Stella Damasus pictured here with her husband Daniel Ademinokan says she has been spending time with her family during this lockdown (Instagram/Daniel Ademinokan)

As restriction of movements continues in most parts of the world to curb the spread of coronavirus, Damasus says she is trying to stay positive and spending time with her family.&nbsp;

“'For me I try to see everything from the positive side,” she said.&nbsp;

“I know we are all going through all of this, the lockdown, the virus, but the positive side for me is that I have my family together, we are able to bond.&nbsp;

“We read, we play together, we dance, me too I have joined TikTok., But I understand the feeling and how people can get frustrated. It is one of those reasons people are putting out entertainment for people to enjoy.&nbsp;

“We are using this time to appreciate life more, appreciate family more and appreciate God more.”&nbsp;

Stella Damasus plays the lead in a new movie 'Between' which she co-produced with her husband Daniel Ademinokan [YouTube]

Stella Damasus' comeback feature film 'Between' is a watered down  romance with    consequences[Review]

Damasus in the interview reveals that they shoot Between in 2015 which was their first movie in the United States of America.&nbsp;

“I told myself If I’m going to come back and do a movie that I would be proud of, it should be a story I’m proud of,” she said.&nbsp;

“Something that will give me the opportunity to do something apart from cry.”&nbsp;

She also said working with someone she trusts like her husband made the making of the movie fun for her.&nbsp;

For her, Between is only one of the projects that have come from Index Two Studios, the production company co-owned by Damasus and her husband Ademinokan.&nbsp;

For the future, Damasus said they have been working on a wide range of content. Ademinokan is almost done with a movie title ‘Gun' which they did for Blue Picture. There is also another movie which she travelled to Nigeria to shoot in January.&nbsp;

“Daniel is planning to do two projects, he’s been doing music videos, filming concerts and just finished filming a comedy show for a top comedian in Los Angeles,” Damasus said.&nbsp;

‘Between’ was released for free on Youtube and Damasus said that was done to entertain people during this lockdown.&nbsp;

“It was part of we wanted to do as a gift to the world during the lockdown period,” the 41-year-old actress said.&nbsp;

“So this period has taught us that not everything is bout money.&nbsp;

“What is more important than sharing God's gift. People are on lockdown, they are not working, they are frustrated, no money, so why not put a smile on people first.”&nbsp;

<h2>3. The inspiration behind the story of ‘Between’&nbsp;</h2>

Damasus in the interview recalled how the original idea of ‘Between’ came from someone who works with them before her husband Ademinokan expanded and developed the story.&nbsp;

“When we set up the production company in America, we wanted to make an impact,” she said.&nbsp;

“We sat down and started brainstorming. So our production manager brought the idea. So he (Ademinokan) decided to expand the story and started writing.&nbsp;

“At the back of our mind, we knew we had to end with God being glorified. We were not going to glorify being a bad girl.&nbsp;

“We wanted it to end in a positive way and glory God but not also making it a Christian movie so that no matter what religion, or where you are from, you would see the film and have conversations after. We wanted it to spark conversations.”&nbsp;

According to Damasus, it was paramount to them that the movie sparked conversations from people after watching.&nbsp;

“The first thing we wanted people to take away from this film, is having conversations,” she said.&nbsp;

“We wanted something that when you are done watching, you would turn to your partner, mum, or whoever and talk about it.

“We also wanted to open the eyes of people having issues in their marriage to see the real reason.”&nbsp;

She also said the movie was done to give people a message of hope.&nbsp;

“Is there any form of redemption, is there hope? No matter how many times you have been battered?” she said.&nbsp;

<h2>4. Reception from Nigerians based in America</h2>

With her face in more than 70 movies, Damasus is well-known in Nigeria and anywhere in the world where Nollywood films are consumed.&nbsp;

She doesn't get to experience being instantly recognised anywhere she goes these days as she is not based in Nigeria. In the United States, it, however, happens anytime she meets Nigerians and for it’s been a wonderful experience.&nbsp;

“Nigerians abroad are awesome., They love it when they see their own,” she said.&nbsp;

“I have met a lot of people on the streets, they start calling all their white friends and white co-workers and start telling them ‘she’s a star in our country.

“There is this guy that sells food from a food truck, he saw me one day and ran out of his truck shouting.&nbsp;

“Nigerian are everywhere.&nbsp;It's so good. They see you and you remind them of home.&nbsp;

“It really gives me hope and joy cause our people are so hardworking,. It's been a wonderful experience."

Stella Damasus says she didn't plan to become an actress

Damasus took us way back to when she first started acting and revealed that she got her first auditioning by chance.&nbsp;

“I didn’t get into the industry, I didn't plan it. It happened by chance and someone saw me and said&nbsp;I should follow them to an audition,” the actress and moviemaker said.&nbsp;

“I knew I was in love with entertainment. I was in love with music and that was how I started at Klink Studios where I met the likes of Kingsley Ogoro, Manny Eke, Sammie Okposo and I was singing with them.&nbsp;

“I used to always go to Jazzville in Yaba.

Stella Damasus