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Black Love Is Healing: How Stunna 4 Vegas and Monaleo Show Us What Growth Looks Like

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Kimiya King Student Contributor, Clark Atlanta University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at CAU chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

When you think of celebrity relationships, it’s easy to picture the drama, the headlines, and the over-the-top flexing for the internet. But every so often, a couple comes along that feels different, real, honest, and surprisingly soft. That’s what Stunna 4 Vegas and Monaleo are showing us: that Black love can be a space for healing, growth, and softness, even when the world is watching.

Their love story didn’t start as some viral fairytale. They met in a studio back in 2021. There wasn’t instant romance or forced chemistry. Instead, they built a slow foundation, conversations, mutual respect, and learning each other without rushing the label. That alone is powerful in a world that glorifies overnight “situationships.”

By 2023, they welcomed their first child together. And in 2025, they got married in an all-pink wedding that felt like something straight out of a dream. But behind the aesthetic was something deeper: a love rooted in healing.

Monaleo has been incredibly open about her mental health journey, from dealing with anxiety and depression to navigating the emotional weight of motherhood. She’s shared how Stunna has supported her through those moments, not by trying to fix her, but by showing up, being present, and creating space for her to just be. That kind of support is rare, especially for Black women, who are so often expected to carry everything and everyone without breaking.

And Stunna? He’s grown too. From legal trouble to the pressures of fame, he’s had his fair share of challenges. But love, especially the kind that requires real accountability and emotional growth, has clearly softened and matured him. Watching him step into fatherhood and marriage with intention shows that Black men can, and do, evolve when given room and reason to.

What makes their relationship so powerful is that it doesn’t pretend to be perfect. It’s public, yes, but it’s not performative. They’ve been honest about their ups and downs. They’re still learning, still figuring it out. But through it all, they choose each other, over and over again.

In a world where Black love is often portrayed as chaotic or toxic, Stunna and Monaleo’s story reminds us that it can be gentle, grounded, and transformative. It’s not about being flawless, it’s about being intentional, showing up for each other, and allowing love to be a space where healing happens.

For those of us still figuring love out, in college, in our 20s, in life, their journey offers hope. That love, real love, is possible. And more importantly, that we are worthy of a love that helps us heal.

Greetings everyone! My name is Kimiya King, and I am a passionate Mass Media major with a concentration in Public Relations at Clark Atlanta University. Originally from Chicago, I am actively involved in several organizations on campus, including PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America) and NABJ (National Association of Black Journalists). Now, I am excited to be a proud member of Her Campus!
I am deeply passionate about public relations because I believe in the power of storytelling. I want my clients to control their narrative while building meaningful, beneficial relationships between organizations and their communities. My ultimate goal is to own a PR firm focusing on black media, working with celebrities and athletes to amplify their stories and voices.
In addition to my studies and involvement on campus, I enjoy writing and expressing myself creatively. Writing allows me to share my personal experiences while also learning from others. I am honored to be on the Dean's List and continue to push myself academically.
Being a part of Her Campus is a rewarding experience for me. It allows me to collaborate with like-minded individuals who share my passion for media, communication, and storytelling. My journey is fueled by creativity, determination, and the desire to make an impact in public relations.