ORLANDO, Fla. – Fans and celebrities around the world are mourning the death of 22-year-old former "The Voice" contestant Christina Grimmie.
Grimmie, who performed with the band "Before You Exit," was signing autographs about 30 minutes after her concert ended at The Plaza Live on Bumby Street Friday night when a gunman walked toward her and shot her, police said.
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Celebrities and fans took to social media to mourn and express sympathy for the singer and her family.
We are heartbroken. @TheRealGrimmie is a loved member of our family. Our thoughts are with her and her family. #PrayForChristina
— The Voice (@NBCTheVoice) June 11, 2016
There are no words. We lost a beautiful soul with an amazing voice. Our hearts go out to the friends, fans and family of @TheRealGrimmie.
— The Voice (@NBCTheVoice) June 11, 2016
I'm stunned and disgusted and heartbroken that we lost that sweet little girl... Keeping @TheRealGrimmie family in my heart and mind.
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) June 11, 2016
I'm stunned and disgusted and heartbroken that we lost that sweet little girl... Keeping @TheRealGrimmie family in my heart and mind.
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) June 11, 2016
So sad passing of @TheRealGrimmie. Beautiful member of #TheVoice family & true #Fighter. My heart goes out to her family, friends & fans. xo
— Christina Aguilera (@xtina) June 11, 2016
Today we lost an angel, sister, and a beloved friend. #RipChristina pic.twitter.com/EkwTKsaLFr
— Before You Exit⇞ (@beforeyouexit) June 11, 2016
I am devastated by this news & I'm at a loss for words. Christina, may your spirit live on you beautiful talented girl. #RIPChristina 🙏🏼❤️
— Victoria Justice (@VictoriaJustice) June 11, 2016
Horrified to hear the news about Christina Grimmie. Too young & too much talent to leave us this soon. Sending ❤️ 2 her loved ones & fans.
— Quincy Jones (@QuincyDJones) June 11, 2016
So sad about @TheRealGrimmie. I'm still in shock. She was special. Had IT. Talented. Kind. Funny. Loving. Courageous. We hurt w her family.
— Carson Daly (@CarsonDaly) June 11, 2016
So sad about @TheRealGrimmie. I'm still in shock. She was special. Had IT. Talented. Kind. Funny. Loving. Courageous. We hurt w her family.
— Carson Daly (@CarsonDaly) June 11, 2016
Rest peacefully Christina G. Such a beautiful soul gone so soon. Never forgotten. Prayers for her family,friends,& fans.
— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) June 11, 2016