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Gospel musician Betty Bayo.\/FILE<\/i><\/p>\n
The Kenyan gospel music community is in mourning following the passing of celebrated artist Betty Bayo, best known for her uplifting hit “11th Hour.”<\/p>\n
Bayo died on Monday, November 10, after a lengthy battle with blood cancer\u00a0while receiving treatment at\u00a0Kenyatta National Hospital, where she had been admitted with advanced-stage blood cancer (leukemia).<\/p>\n
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\nTributes have poured in from fans, colleagues, and public figures, all remembering her powerful voice, unwavering faith, and the impact she made in gospel ministry.
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Betty Bayo’s ex-husband, Kanyari, wrote on<\/span>\u00a0his official social media,Kanyari wrote, “It hurts in ways I can\u2019t explain. You left before I could say everything I needed to. I still see you in every laugh our children gives, in every little habit that reminds me of you. We had our moments\u00a0 both the fire and the calm, but through it all, you were family. I\u2019ll carry your memory, your love, and your spirit forever. Rest easy\u2026 you\u2019ll always be missed.” <\/p>\n Bishop Ben Kiengei mourned her, saying, “Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, famously known as BETTY BAYO, came to the limelight after releasing her hit song dubbed ELEVENTH HOUR, a song that was received well due its encouraging script.<\/span><\/p>\n
My condolences to your mum, husband, siblings, friends, the music industry, and to your beautiful children.\u00a0Rest in peace, Betty Bayo; cancer will also die one day.”<\/span><\/p>\n Inooro TV News Anchor Wakarura Wa Nyutu, also mourned the late artist, revealing the pair were together as recently as on Monday, November 3. <\/p>\n
Fans on Instagram and Facebook have created memorial posts, using the hashtag #RestInMelodyBayo and sharing clips of her performances and interviews. <\/p>\n One Instagram tribute reads, \u201cYour voice lifted us; your spirit will continue to inspire. Thank you for the music, Betty.\u201d<\/p>\n The singer\u2019s death has also reignited conversations about health and well-being within the entertainment sector, with many urging public figures to prioritize regular check-ups and advocate for transparency in health challenges.<\/p>\n
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\nGospel musician Daddy Owen expressed deep sorrow on social media, writing “RIP to one of our own, Betty Bayo, a\u00a0true vessel of God whose voice and ministry touched countless lives. Her passion for the Gospel will never be forgotten. To her family, friends, and the entire Gospel fraternity, may God comfort and strengthen you.”<\/span><\/p>\n
\nLiving a life of praising God and business, the mother of two has been a jovial artist until lately, when she was diagnosed with blood cancer(Leukemia) at an advanced stage. <\/p>\n
\nShe leaves behind a legacy of a great contribution in the growth of the gospel music industry, friendship, and a soul that maximized its full potential; she has rested, having served.<\/p>\n
\n“Last Monday I was at your place. We stayed until almost midnight; we laughed, we talked, and I truly hoped you would be well. And now you\u2019re no more,”\u00a0she\u00a0shared.<\/p>\n
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\nBetty Bayo\u2019s legacy lives on through her music, her ministry, and the lives she touched.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n