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Nollywood actor and director Yul Edochie is no stranger to internet controversy, and he has managed to get people talking once again. This week, the actor's very public and glowing birthday tribute to his colleague, Lizzy Gold, has poured fresh fuel on the swirling rumours that the two stars are romantically involved.
Lizzy Gold celebrated her birthday on October 16, 2026, marking the occasion with reflective photos and an appreciation of her life's journey. However, it was Yul's message that captured the internet's attention.
The "Ghen Ghen Queen" Tribute
Taking to his official social media platforms, Yul posted a dedicated message praising the actress. He wrote: "Happy birthday to a very hardworking woman, a go-getter with a good heart, @lizzygoldofficial The Ghen Ghen Queen. Wishing you many more successful years. May God lead you always".
Lizzy promptly responded with a casual "Thanks Odogwu I appreciate," while close friend and colleague Destiny Etiko chimed in with an "Amen". While the message seems innocent enough on the surface, it landed squarely in the middle of a heavily debated topic among Nollywood fans.
The Infamous 'My Star' Kiss
The intense scrutiny surrounding Edochie and Gold began several weeks ago following the release of Yul’s movie, My Star. The film featured an unexpected kissing scene between the two actors, shocking fans who knew Lizzy had avoided on-screen kisses for nearly five years.
Addressing the controversy previously, Lizzy Gold adamantly denied any off-screen romance. She famously explained her reason for breaking her no-kissing rule with Yul by stating: "My colleague Yul has a very good breath. I also have a good breath. We both have good breath".
Fans Remain Unconvinced
Despite Lizzy’s repeated denials of any romantic entanglement, a section of Nollywood netizens remains highly suspicious. Given Yul's history of complicated public relationships and second marriages, his followers were quick to flood the comment section of the birthday post, debating the true nature of their off-screen friendship.
Neither the birthday greeting nor the on-screen kiss definitively proves a real-life relationship, but in the world of Nigerian celebrity gossip, it is more than enough to keep the rumor mill spinning at full speed.