Betty Bayo’s Daughter Pens Touching Tribute To Late Mum In Emotional Post

Families across the world gathered yesterday, May 10, to honor the women who define their lives through love and sacrifice. While the day is traditionally one of celebration, it often brings a wave of reflection for those navigating the holiday without their loved ones. Among those marking a bittersweet milestone was Sky Victor, the daughter of the late gospel artist Betty Bayo and Pastor Victor Kanyari.

This year’s Mother’s Day held a profound weight for the young content creator, as it marked her first since her mother’s passing in November 2025 following a battle with acute myeloid leukaemia. Betty Bayo left behind Sky and her younger brother, Danivictor, after years of being their primary support system and a guiding light in Sky’s emerging career as an influencer.

Sky took to social media to pay a moving tribute to her late mother, sharing a collection of throwback photos that captured the family’s happiest moments. The images depicted a joyful bond, showing Sky, her mother, and her brother laughing and enjoying life together.

Accompanying the photos was a deeply personal message that resonated with many of her followers. Sky expressed the enduring love she holds for the woman who was not only her parent but her greatest cheerleader. She noted that while this Mother’s Day was physically empty, her mother’s memory remains an immovable part of her life.

“Happy Mother’s Day to all, especially to my only mother,” she wrote. “I love you so much, and you will always be in my heart.”

The emotional post served as a poignant reminder of the close-knit relationship the two shared, leaving many online users touched by the young girl’s strength and devotion during a difficult first anniversary.

Sky Kanyari asks Pastor Kanyari very troubling question that left him grappling

Pastor Victor Kanyari has stirred widespread reactions after dedicating an entire church service to honouring his late ex-wife, gospel singer Betty Bayo.

The Salvation Ministries Healing co-founder is still coming to terms with her passing. Bayo, the mother of his two children, died on 10 November following a long battle with leukaemia. She was laid to rest on 20 November in an emotional farewell.

A Grieving Father Still in Pain

During the Sunday service held on the day she died, Kanyari spoke openly about the depth of his sorrow. He described Bayo as someone he cared for deeply and said he had begun to heal—until a photograph of her appeared on the screen.

“I felt completely shattered,” he told congregants. “My children have lost their mother… she is the one who named them.”

He reflected on their years of co-parenting, recalling how he regularly supported the children’s travel abroad.

“I used to send them money for return tickets. I even paid KSh 1 million for their first-class trip to the US,” he shared.

Kanyari also recounted a tender moment with his daughter Sky, who had recently ordered clothes and asked him to pay for them. Though some outfits were shorter than he liked, he said he held back from correcting her, mindful of her recent loss.

He contrasted this with his own tough upbringing. “My children are different—we have to give them what they need,” he added.

Conversations About the Future

Kanyari described a difficult conversation with Sky, who asked him what plans he had for her and her brother now that their mother was gone.

The question, he said, caught him off guard. “I told her I want them to study hard and eventually move to the US,” he recounted, noting that she walked away soon after, as she was with her stepfather at the time.

On Remarrying and Expanding His Family

Though he has remained single since separating from Bayo, Kanyari suggested he may be open to having more children. He joked to his secretary that he hoped to expand his family because “children are special” and remain emotionally connected to their parents even through challenges.

Lightening the mood, he hinted he might choose a “kienyeji” partner—someone simple, traditional, and down-to-earth.

Custody Questions After Betty’s Passing

Bayo’s death rekindled discussion about the future care of her children, Sky and Danivictor.

Much of the public debate centred on the role of her partner, Hiram “Tash” Gitau, with whom she lived in Edenville Estate. The children had formed a close bond with him, and Bayo had previously shared that Danivictor helped bring them together. Sky once famously said she had “two dads.”

Another potential guardian mentioned was Betty’s mother, who lives in the United States.

Amid these discussions, Kanyari firmly stated that he wanted his children to live with him. He even revealed plans to move them into a KSh 90 million home in Runda.

Pastor Kanyari’s Daughter’s Role in Stepfather’s 6-Month Weight Loss Journey

Gospel singer Betty Bayo recently opened up about how discussions around weight with partners can be sensitive, as her daughter, Sky Victor, motivated her stepfather, Hiram Gitau, to embark on a fitness journey. Sky first noticed her stepdad’s significant weight gain and frequent indulgence in junk food, which prompted her to take action.

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Fans of Betty Bayo and her husband have since applauded Sky for taking the initiative to help her stepfather lose weight. In a YouTube video, Sky shared how she became the driving force behind her stepdad’s fitness regime. She explained that her concern for his health led her to encourage him to adopt a healthier lifestyle, despite initially being unsure how her stepdad would respond.

“I noticed my dad had gained too much weight,” Sky said. “He was constantly eating junk food, so I came up with the idea of encouraging him to diet and exercise.”

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Despite her stepfather’s previous disinterest in dieting, Sky successfully convinced him to commit to a fitness routine. She devised a plan that included healthy eating, morning runs, gym sessions, and eliminating junk food. To her surprise, her stepdad embraced the challenge, leading to months of dedication.

Sky also sought her mother Betty’s thoughts, who admitted that discussing weight can be tricky in relationships, fearing it could hurt a partner’s feelings. However, Betty fully supported her daughter’s efforts, impressed by how Sky approached the conversation.

By October 2024, after months of following Sky’s plan since January, Hiram’s noticeable weight loss was evident. Sky’s video documenting the transformation garnered positive feedback, with fans praising her dedication and the strong bond she shares with her stepdad. Many described their relationship as “dad-daughter goals,” applauding Sky for prioritizing her stepdad’s health and well-being.