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My "baby sister" loved this state, says emotional Christina Grimmie's brother

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Last Updated : Jun 14 2016 | 2:02 PM IST

Christina Grimmie's brother Marcus has paid an emotional tribute to his "baby sister" in a vigil organized at the singer's hometown.

Addressing the scores of people who gathered at the candlelight vigil, Marcus said, "She loved this town, she loved this state, she loved singing, she loved the Lord and she loved me and she was my baby sister," reports E!online.

Extending his support to the victims of Orlando attack, he further said, "About four miles away from where we were staying, there was a huge tragedy to Orlando, to the LGBT community and to the whole world."

Expressing his gratitude for the overwhelming support that his family has received, Marcus also pointed out that the victims and family affected by the shooting at Orlando' s Pulse nightclub need prayers too.

He added, "These people (those killed in the attack) didn't have that and we are blessed to. She's in a better place..Thank you to everyone once again."

Christina was shot dead by an unidentified assailant at a Florida concert while signing autographs for her fans.

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First Published: Jun 14 2016 | 2:02 PM IST

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