Tanzanian model, entrepreneur and video vixen Precious Stellah has died while receiving treatment at Mwananyamala Hospital in Dar es Salaam, leaving behind a newborn daughter and sending shockwaves through the country’s entertainment industry.

Known on social media as Precious Stellah, she described herself as an entrepreneur, fashion model and musician.

She gained wider recognition after appearing in Willy Paul’s 2019 song Kizungu Zungu. She also featured in the video for Omukwano Wa, a Tommy Flavour track linked to Ali Kiba, becoming a familiar face in East African music videos.

“You have left too soon”: Friend’s tribute to Stellah

A close friend of Stellah has paid an emotional tribute, saying the news of her death came as a shock.

“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 described 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,” the friend added.

The friend also spoke about the challenges facing women who work in Tanzania’s music industry.

“The industry in Tanzania is very hard. The vixens are not benefiting at all. But Stellah was a fighter,” the friend said.

Preliminary reports indicate that Stellah had been suffering from pneumonia at the time of her death.

Tributes pour in online

News of Stellah’s death spread quickly online, with followers and industry peers expressing shock and sorrow.

@luludivatz : “Innalilah wainnalilah rajiun.”

@fonfix_jee posted: “May her soul rest in peace.”

@fammy_tz wrote: “Death is scary, guys.”

@mickyplanmaker, who appeared to be a former schoolmate, wrote: “Schoolmate 💔”

Stellah is survived by a young child. Friends described her as determined and resilient despite the financial hardships facing many video vixens in the region.