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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, November 12, 2025Gospel Singer Betty Bayo Dies From Leukaemia; Body Moved to Mortuary - November 2025
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Gospel Singer Betty Bayo Dies From Leukaemia; Body Moved to Mortuary - November 2025

Gospel singer Betty Bayo, whose real name was Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, passed away from acute leukaemia. One report states she died on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Kenyatta National Hospital, while another cites November 11. Following her death, her body was transferred from KNH to the Kenyatta University Referral Hospital Mortuary on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Her daughter, Sky Victor, reportedly tried to save her mother by alerting neighbors and praying. Before her death, Bayo had dreams for her daughter's global education, which friend Sarah Mtalii pledged to fulfill. Filmmaker Director Trevor revealed he was planning to book the singer for a December event and is among the celebrities mourning her passing.

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Betty Bayo’s Final Wish: The Dreams She Had for Her Daughter Sky Before Her Death

Betty Bayo’s Final Wish: The Dreams She Had for Her Daughter Sky Before Her Death

Gospel singer Betty Bayo, who recently passed away from leukaemia, had significant dreams for her daughter, Sky Victor, focusing on global education and opportunities. Her close friend, Sarah Mtalii, has pledged to ensure these dreams are fulfilled.

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Gospel singer Betty Bayo, who recently passed away from leukaemia, had significant dreams for her daughter, Sky Victor, focusing on global education and opportunities. Her close friend, Sarah Mtalii, has pledged to ensure these dreams are fulfilled.

  • Betty Bayo wanted Sky to attend Cambridge University and Harvard University summer camps.
  • Sarah Mtalii, a travel agency owner, was a confidante who shared these aspirations and will now support Sky's education.
  • The two friends had also planned a family vacation for Betty and her son, Danivictor, shortly before Betty's death on November 11.
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Director Trevor reveals he was trying to hire Betty Bayo for December gig

Director Trevor reveals he was trying to hire Betty Bayo for December gig

Filmmaker Director Trevor mourns the passing of gospel singer Betty Bayo, revealing he was planning to book her for a December event. Bayo, who died on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Kenyatta National Hospital, is being remembered by numerous Kenyan celebrities and gospel artists.

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Gospel Star Betty Bayo’s Body Moved To Kenyatta University Mortuary

Gospel Star Betty Bayo’s Body Moved To Kenyatta University Mortuary

The body of renowned gospel singer Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, known as Betty Bayo, was transferred from Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) to the Kenyatta University Referral Hospital Mortuary on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, following her death from acute leukaemia.

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The body of renowned gospel singer Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, known as Betty Bayo, was transferred from Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) to the Kenyatta University Referral Hospital Mortuary on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, following her death from acute leukaemia.

  • Betty Bayo passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 1:03 p.m., due to acute leukaemia and excessive bleeding.
  • Her body was moved by her husband, Hiram Gitau, with an ambulance from Jesus Compassion Ministries (JCM), while her ex-husband, Pastor Victor Kanyari, was also present among mourning fans.
  • Funeral arrangements are ongoing, and her body will remain at Kenyatta University Referral Mortuary until a burial date and venue are announced.
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Revealed: Betty bayo’s daughter fought hard to save her life

Revealed: Betty bayo’s daughter fought hard to save her life

Gospel singer Betty Bayo passed away on November 11 from leukemia. Her daughter, Sky Victor, desperately tried to save her mother during her final moments, alerting neighbors and praying for her recovery.

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Gospel singer Betty Bayo passed away on November 11 from leukemia. Her daughter, Sky Victor, desperately tried to save her mother during her final moments, alerting neighbors and praying for her recovery.

  • Betty Bayo, the "11th Hour" hitmaker, was recently diagnosed with leukemia.
  • On the night of her passing, Betty began bleeding and struggling to breathe, prompting her daughter Sky to seek help.
  • Sky Victor alerted neighbors by honking the car horn and then prayed for her mother in the ambulance en route to Kenyatta National Hospital.
  • Despite Sky's efforts and prayers, Betty fought for two more days before succumbing to the illness.
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Filmmaker Director Trevor mourns the passing of gospel singer Betty Bayo, revealing he was planning to book her for a December event. Bayo, who died on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Kenyatta National Hospital, is being remembered by numerous Kenyan celebrities and gospel artists.

  • Betty Bayo, born Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, was a renowned Kikuyu gospel singer known for hits like “Eleventh Hour” and had been battling leukemia.
  • Director Trevor shared on Instagram stories that he and his wife were discussing inviting Bayo to their upcoming December event just before her death.
  • Among those offering condolences are Daddy Owen, Bahati, DJ Mo, and Evelyn Wanjiru, all praising her humility and inspiring faith.