Jenesis Sanchez, the mother of Gekyume Onfroy, gave fans a heartfelt glimpse into her son’s life this week by sharing his new school portraits on the Gram. The images immediately touched supporters of the late XXXTentacion, blending nostalgia with admiration as they saw just how much the six year old reflects his father. Gekyume, born seven months after XXXTentacion’s passing in 2018, has carried both the weight and the love of his father’s legacy since birth.
XXXTentacion, whose real name was Jahseh Onfroy, was tragically killed at age 20 in June 2018 outside a motorcycle dealership in Deerfield Beach, Florida. The incident involved the theft of a Louis Vuitton bag filled with cash and led to multiple arrests. In 2023, three men were convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
As the photos of Gekyume made their way across socials, fans pointed out the uncanny resemblance to his father. One admirer wrote, “He is the spitting image of his father [heart emoji]. Handsome young king.” Another added, “Heyyy handsome man [heart emojis]. Him so tute! I hope you have an amazing school year.” These reactions highlighted how XXXTentacion’s spirit continues to live on, not only through his music but through the community that embraces his son.
Earlier this month, Sanchez shared another milestone moment when Gekyume officially started first grade. For many who have followed the family’s journey, the occasion represented resilience and hope, a reminder that even in the shadow of loss there is growth, joy, and the continuation of legacy.