Nigerian actor Yul Edochie has sparked fresh reactions on social media after publicly celebrating actress Lizzy Gold on her birthday amid ongoing speculation about their relationship.
The rumours linking the two actors gained attention several months ago, following claims circulating online that Yul had ended his relationship with his baby mama, Judy Austin, in favour of Lizzy Gold.
However, the speculation has not been established as fact.
Their newly released romantic movie, My Star, has further fuelled public discussion, particularly after a scene featuring the pair sharing a passionate kiss attracted attention online.
In a birthday message shared on his Instagram page, Yul praised Lizzy for her hard work and described her as a determined woman with a good heart.
He also referred to her as the Ghen Ghen Queen while wishing her continued success and divine guidance.
"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," he wrote.
Lizzy responded to the birthday message with appreciation, writing, "Thanks Odogwu I appreciate."
Her close associate and fellow actress, Destiny Etiko, also reacted to the post by typing, "Amen."
The birthday celebration comes amid public interest in Yul's complicated marital history, including his separation from his wife, May Edochie, and speculation surrounding his relationship with Judy Austin.
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Following the post, several social media users flooded the comments section with birthday wishes for Lizzy, while others used the occasion to renew speculation about a possible romantic relationship between the two actors.
Some commenters playfully referred to Lizzy as Yul's future wife, while others urged the actor to marry her.
A number of reactions also drew comparisons between Lizzy and Judy Austin, with some users making provocative remarks about Yul's personal life.
One commenter, Amakah_of_the_good_life, wrote, "Yes ooooh. Happy birthday to our incoming wifey."
Another user, Eenyichiciii1, posted, "Happy birthday verified real ijele odowgu Mrs Lizzy gold yuledochie."
Onyinyegod1 also reacted to Yul's description of Lizzy as a hardworking woman, writing, "Hardworking, go getter with good heart" all shade seen the other one na lazy with wicked heart."
Mara_zzainab joined the discussion, commenting, "Real Ijele Mrs Lizzy gold yul edochies, unlike the Judy the edochies family non no how yul married her wife without in-laws."
Another commenter, One Poquahh_, simply wrote, "Happy birthday Lizzy Gold YUL EDOCHIE."
Unaexcelentenfermera also shared an extended birthday message, describing Lizzy as the Ghen Ghen Queen and referring to the chemistry between the two actors.
The user went on to express prayers and wishes for their future.
Excelchommy similarly made a lengthy comment about Yul and Lizzy, while Kuziemugadya urged the actor to marry the actress, writing, "Marry her and we will forgive you."
Other users expressed affection for Lizzy, with Adetutulonge referring to her as their wife and Pellannaji posting a comment linking her name with Yul's.
Zimbae92 also celebrated the actress with a comment suggesting that she was a suitable partner for the actor.
Meanwhile, Mboneyoh wished her a happy birthday and prayed for God's blessings, while Jobadiah32 described her as a beautiful queen.
