- The death of gospel musician Beatrice Mbugua, alias Betty Bayo, has left the gospel industry devastated
- Her ex-husband, preacher Pastor Kanyari, and her current husband, Hiram Gitau, sat side by side during a presser confirming Betty’s demise
- A family representative revealed the cause of Betty’s death, and Kanyari was seen balancing tears in the emotional livestream
Preacher Pastor Kanyari fought back tears after learning about his ex-wife Betty Bayo’s death.
Source: Instagram
The musician passed away while receiving treatment at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). The family called a presser to confirm the news of her passing.
Pastor Kanyari was with Betty Bayo’s husband, Hiram Gitau, and they were both emotional.
The preacher sat next to Gitau as the doctors gave the briefing about the musician’s untimely passing.
Kanyari was seen holding his head in anguish, and at one point, looked like he was wiping his eyes.
What happened to Betty Bayo?
Kenyans comforted the preacher with touching messages assuring him that Betty was in a better place.
A family representative revealed that she suffered from excessive bleeding and had been transferred to KNH on November 7.
“We are here at KNH with the father of the children and family, and we want to tell the members of the public that it is no longer a rumour but the truth. She has been unwell since last week when she was diagnosed with acute mild cancer (blood cancer). She was suffering from excessive bleeding and the doctors tried to do their best. She was later transferred here on Friday. The doctors have tried to do their best,” she said during the presser.
The heartbroken preacher was with his friends at the hospital. DJ Mo was seen consoling Kanyari.
Source: Facebook
He later admitted that he missed her, and she passed away before he could get time to say everything he had hoped to say.
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Kenyans touched as Kanyari recounts learning about Betty Bayo’s death: “Sikujua hii maneno”
“It hurts in ways I can’t explain. You left before I could say everything I needed to. I still see you in every laugh our children give, in every little habit that reminds me of you. We had our moments, both the fire and the calm, but through it all, you were family. I’ll carry your memory, your love, and your spirit forever. Rest easy, you’ll always be missed,” said Kanyari.
Kenyans comfort Kanyari
Here is what they had to say:
Lamu County Watch:
“Poleni, these two gentlemen really loved her. Condolences.”
Lucysyombua Lucy:
“May our good God comfort you n entire family. Soo sad indeed.”
David Njenga:
“Rest in power Betty Bayo. You have been a great inspiration in my life musically.”
Mary Githogori
“May her dear soul rest in peace.”
Mamake Alfie:
“My heart bleeds for her young kids may her soul rest in peace.”
Miriam Kituu:
“Wueh….may God receive her soul….my condolences to her family.”
What was Betty Bayo’s last post?
In other news, the gospel musician had shared a touching verse on her Facebook page.
She accompanied the message with a lovely photo of hers.
Kenyans on social media mourned her with touching tributes.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
