Sunshine Esther, 22 July 1991 – 9 January 2026 whose real name was Esther Thomas, was a Nigerian content creator, model, and brand influencer from Akwa Ibom. She became popular for her lively social media skits and video appearances, where her energy and creativity stood out. Sunshine was loved for her bright personality and the joy she brought to her audience online. She passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 34, leaving many shocked and heartbroken.
Sunshine Esther Profile
| Name | Sunshine Esther |
| Real Name | Esther Thomas |
| Date of Birth | 22 July 1991 |
| Date of Death | 9 January 2026 (34 years) |
| State of Origin | Akwa Ibom |
| Tribe | Ibibio |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupation | Content creator, Model, and Brand Influencer |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Marital Status | Single |
| Net Worth | $500,000 |
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Educational Background
Details about Sunshine Esther’s formal education were kept private. She was more widely known for building her career through creativity, social media, and hands-on experience rather than public academic records.
Career
Sunshine built her name as a skit maker, model, and brand influencer. She featured in short comedy videos, promotional content, and online campaigns for brands. Her consistency and natural screen presence helped her grow a loyal following within Nigeria’s digital content space. She also collaborated with other creators and appeared in several viral videos that boosted her popularity.
Controversies
Following Sunshine Esther’s death, conversations emerged online about the circumstances surrounding her passing. Reports indicated that she was living with her boyfriend at the time, and that she died while in his care, which he denied and claimed they were both living separately, and they were just friends.
It was also reported that her family requested that he bring her body to them so they could formally identify her and take charge of burial arrangements, however the body has now been buried accordingly.
Personal Life
Sunshine Esther was an orphan and had experienced several personal losses. She had earlier lost her sister, and her only brother was reportedly in prison at the time of her passing. As a result, her burial arrangements were requested to be handled her uncles and aunties, but was later buried in Lagos.
Net Worth
At the time of her death, Sunshine Esther’s net worth was estimated to be around $100,000.
Death
Sunshine reportedly began experiencing severe abdominal pain in late December 2025. She first sought medical care at a hospital in Lagos, where she was given pain relief due to limited medical services at the time.
As her condition worsened, she was moved to another hospital on January 2, 2026, where tests revealed that she had a large fibroid. Doctors advised that surgery was necessary. The surgery was carried out and was initially described as successful. Sadly, Sunshine later developed complications and passed away days after the operation.