The music industry is rallying around dancehall veteran Baby Cham following the heartbreaking news of his mother’s passing. The entertainer, born Dameon Beckett, offered a glimpse into his grief on Monday, August 4, sharing tributes to his mother.
In one emotional post, Cham shared photos of his late mother with the caption that read, “The Most Beautiful Human Being I Know, ONE DON MAMA JENNIE. May Jehovah Prepare A Place For You. I’m Gonna Miss You So Much. One Don, Mama Jennie, I Love You With All My Body And Soul.”
The loss struck a deep chord, and Cham’s sorrow echoed through another post, a video set to Céline Dion’s classic “Goodbye”, a song often associated with bidding farewell to a loved one. The choice of song, paired with images of his mother, spoke volumes about the weight of the loss.
As news of her passing spread, a flood of support poured in. Fans and fellow artistes filled Cham’s comment section with condolences, many sharing their own experiences with grief. Others simply sent strength, prayers, and hearts, letting the artist know he isn’t alone in this difficult time.
Among the comments, supporters shared heartfelt memories of Mama Jennie, rightfully named Jenny Beckett. One commenter mentioned knowing her from the Sherlock community in Kingston 20, and another described her as a warm, generous figure known for her kindness, elegance, and famous Christmas fruitcakes.
Jenny Beckett once dreamed of sending Cham to college. However, raising three children made it financially difficult, according to DancehallMag. After Cham graduated from Calabar High School at just 15, she encouraged him to get a job while she saved for university.
Instead, Cham secretly pursued music, spending days at studios like Penthouse and learning from icons like Bounty Killer and Dave Kelly. Though Jenny hoped for a different path, she always noticed his love for performance. That passion eventually led Cham to stardom, with hits like Ghetto Story and a lasting impact on 90s dancehall.