Christina Grimmie was shot in front of brother, fans

Family, friends, and fans of singer Christina Grimmie are mourning her shocking death late Friday.

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 Cant believe there are people in the world who could do such an evil, senseless act. Love & prayers to the Grimmie family. #RIPChristina

— Lucy Hale (@lucyhale) June 11, 2016

Grimmie had just finished performing at Orlando's Plaza Live and was signing autographs at a merchandise table when a yet to identified man approached and open fired. Grimmie's brother was present at the event and he tackled the gunman. The latter shot and killed himself during the struggle.

According to a report by The Guardian, Orlando Police credits Grimmie's brother for preventing more injuries or deaths at the scene.

She died in front of her brother. In front of her fans. That's just the worst part about it. She was only 22. Just a kid, living her dream.

— #bitterassbroccoli (@sayshaysay) June 11, 2016

Grimmie gained prominence after joining "The Voice" in 2014. She finished third and went on to sign with Island Records.

She has over 3 million subscribers on YouTube and over half a million followers on Twitter. #PrayforChristina and #RIPChristina quickly trended after news of the tragic incident broke. — AT, GMA News