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Sunshine Rosman To Kill a Monkey: Inspiration Behind Amanda Sparkles

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Sunshine Rosman reveals how Lagos life experiences inspired her portrayal of Amanda Sparkles in To Kill a Monkey, blending observation, family influence, and grace

Sunshine Rosman To Kill a Monkey star has shared how her upbringing and real-life observations inspired her portrayal of Amanda Sparkles in the hit series.

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Rosman, a Canadian-Nigerian actress, revealed that growing up in Surulere, Magodo, and Ijesha, Lagos, nurtured her creativity. “My parents always encouraged me.

My sisters and I would put together little plays and record songs for our dad… He would clap and cheer for us. We were all entertainers in the family,” she recalled.

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She cited Marilyn Monroe as a key influence, drawn to the late star’s captivating expressions and ability to light up a room.

Her big break came unexpectedly. Initially rejected during auditions for To Kill a Monkey, she was later called up while preparing for school exams.

“It was a tough choice defer the semester or take the role… By God’s grace, everything aligned,” she said.

On portraying Amanda Sparkles, Rosman studied the mannerisms of high-class Lagos sex workers to bring authenticity to the role. “Sparkles was a blend of my experiences and those of Lagos ‘runs girls.’

Sometimes, I just sit in clubs and observe people. That became the anchor for Sparkles. Above all, God’s grace helped me,” she explained.

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Rosman emphasized the series’ moral depth, noting that “No one was completely innocent. Everyone had flaws and strengths. From Amanda’s perspective, when a man brings you down, don’t stay there — flip the script.”

Addressing misconceptions, she clarified her French-speaking ability, stating that she only took beginner classes at Alliance Française in Ikoyi. “At best, I understand a few words if spoken slowly,” she admitted.

Discussing her bicultural background, she acknowledged both advantages and casting challenges, noting that her looks don’t always fit the typical Nigerian image.

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Rosman also praised co-star Bucci Franklin for his talent and kind heart and highlighted her family’s commitment to charity, supporting her mother’s orphanage in Abia State a project inspired by her late father.

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Lizzy Anjorin Questions Court Order Over Priscilla Ojo’s Son

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Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has questioned the authenticity of an interim order issued by the Lagos State High Court on 2 September 2026, restraining her from publishing photographs of Priscilla Ojo’s one-year-old son, Rakeem Mkambala, and from posting editorials concerning the family on specified social media platforms.

Anjorin raised the issue during an Instagram Live session on Friday, 4 September, after Priscilla shared a copy of the court order online.

The actress argued that publicising court documents before formally serving the respondent undermines the case.

“Your case na dead on arrival. If you post court letter on any platform before serving person wey you wan go serve, that court case na fake court case,” Anjorin said during the live session.

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Her comments came shortly after the High Court of Lagos State granted an ex parte application brought by Priscilla, her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Mussa Mkambala, and their son, Rakeem.

Justice Yetunde Adesanya issued the interim order in Suit No. LD/ADR/6646/2026.

The order restrains Anjorin, as well as people acting under her authority, from publishing, posting, circulating, uploading or broadcasting photographs of Rakeem on specified social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and TikTok.

The court also directed Anjorin to cease publishing or broadcasting editorials concerning the applicants on the platforms covered by the order.

An ex parte order is made at an interim stage without the respondent being heard. The order is therefore not a final determination of the dispute and remains subject to further proceedings.

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Priscilla shared the certified copy of the order on her Instagram Story on Friday, bringing the legal development into public view.

Anjorin’s reaction centres on the timing and manner in which the court documents were publicised. Her assertion that such publication makes a case “fake” is her own claim and is not a finding contained in the court order.

The development marks another chapter in the prolonged public dispute between Anjorin and Priscilla’s family, particularly Priscilla’s mother, actress Iyabo Ojo.

The disagreement has played out largely on social media and has previously resulted in legal action, including a ₦1 billion defamation suit filed by Iyabo Ojo against Anjorin.

In recent weeks, the dispute has also drawn Priscilla and her young son into the controversy, following public comments by Anjorin concerning the family.

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BBNaija Kess Says Big Brother Makes Life Harder

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Kesiena Tony Adjekpovu, popularly known as Kess, has said that participating in Big Brother Naija can make life harder, offering a candid reflection on the challenges that may come with the reality television experience.

The former Big Brother Naija housemate made the comment in a statement shared on social media, where he suggested that winning or simply taking part in the reality show does not necessarily make life easier after leaving the house.

“Big Brother makes your life harder,” Kess said.

The remark has drawn attention because life after reality television can bring a different set of expectations, particularly as former housemates adjust to increased public attention and the pressure that can accompany visibility.

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Kess was a housemate on the seventh season of Big Brother Naija, which aired in 2022. He entered the show as a businessman and was among the contestants who competed for the season’s grand prize.

His time on the programme also placed him in the public eye, giving viewers an opportunity to follow his personality and relationships inside the house.

Kess’s latest comment offers a more reflective view of the reality TV platform, suggesting that the experience does not end when a contestant leaves the house.

However, he did not provide further details in the available post explaining which specific aspects of life after Big Brother he was referring to.

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Damilola Oni Suffers Backlash at Mama Deola Movie Premiere

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Nigerian actress Damilola Oni has come under heavy fire across social media over her controversial outfit at the star-studded Mama Deola movie premiere (more…)

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