- The family and friends of gospel singer Betty Bayo held a memorial service on Sunday, November 16, at CFF Church to celebrate her life
- Betty’s close friend, Shiru wa GP, was overcome with emotion as she paid tribute, revealing the emotional weight Betty carried even on her deathbed
- Shiru claimed that Betty passed away, believing she was hated, especially on social media, due to bullying and trolling
The sudden passing of gospel singer Betty Bayo on Monday, November 10, after battling acute myeloid leukaemia, has left friends, family, and fans in deep mourning.
Source: Facebook
Among those visibly heartbroken has been her close friend, fellow gospel singer Shiru wa GP.
What was Betty Bayo’s perception of social media before death?
During the memorial service on Sunday, November 16, Shiru’s grief was evident as she took to the altar to eulogise her fallen friend.
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In her emotional tribute, she revealed a heartbreaking truth about Betty’s final days: that the singer believed people disliked her.
According to Shiru, Betty struggled with the perception that others hated her, particularly online.
She recalled her friend’s pain, saying:
“You died thinking that everyone hated you, you were traumatised by social media bullying. You used to ask me, ‘What do they want from me?’ You were the most trolled and bullied artiste that I can recall. Even in your hospital bed, you were terrified of being mocked for your illness and suffering. I hope that your children will never go through the same pain you went through on social media and in society. All I hope is that they will be treated with kindness for God’s sake.”
Shiru, while struggling to speak through tears, reassured Betty that her fears were unfounded.
“My friend, how I wish that you could open your eyes and see how much people loved you. The country and the world is celebrating you. Your music and ministry cannot be wiped by death. You should never have left.”
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Kenyans react to Shiru’s revelation
Shiru’s words struck a chord with Kenyans, many of whom took to social media to express their sorrow and support for Betty’s family.
Here are some reactions from Kenyans:
fridah:
“Online bullies mumesikia mambo hua mnafanya watu wapitie.”
justlivelyf:
“She was loved, however she really shielded herself from hate, it must have been a bad trigger for her or traumatic.”
immacsyokau:
“Vita zingine mtu upigana kisiri na ndio maana mnasikia best friend yake akisema she was hated by many so msishangae.”
mama watoto wangu:
“l love you Betty bayo Shiru wa GP love you so much my sister lakini ume enda haraka sana.”
sharon:
“I think she knows what she’s saying 💔😭she was the closest person, our social media is very toxic, we should learn from this.”
mumbi Mwai:
“Unaona hii social media itakunja kuletea watu laana and wait and see.”
QUALITE TECH:
“I think it’s the highest time watu waaache ujinga ya kutroll watu online. Its sad.”
Source: Facebook
How did Danivictor eulogise his mum?
TUKO.co.ke also reported that during the memorial, Betty’s son, Danivictor, took to the altar to pay tribute to her.
He spoke confidently about the memories they shared, describing her as a perfect mother and saying he would love her forever.
He also vowed to take care of his elder sister, Sky, and father as they all grapple with her sudden passing.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
