POPULAR beauty influencer Liz Lin Ruoyu has died at the age of 36.
The Taiwanese content creator boasted more than 293,000 Facebook fans and 144,000 followers on Instagram.
She was loved by fans for sharing beauty tips and tricks, with her last post on June 3 showing her trying on different pairs on sunglasses.
Her tragic death was announced by her husband, Ken, on Sunday with a touching tribute.
Ken said that her account would remain open as a tribute to Liz.
He wrote on Instagram: “Liz has always been a girl with a smile, sunshine and love.
“Although Liz has quietly left, the beauty and love she left behind will always be with us.
“On social media, she never considered herself an ‘influencer’, but rather a friend to her fans.
“She always responded to every message because she truly cared and was grateful for everyone who supported her.
“To the brands we’ve collaborated with, I sincerely thank you for your trust and support along the way.
“Although Liz has quietly passed away, the beauty and love she left behind will always be with us.
“As her husband, I have compiled a commemorative video of the wonderful times we spent together in her memory.”
Several influencer pals also paid tribute to Liz.
Fashion influencer Nancy Tsai shared with her 204,000 followers: “Liz, in the 15 years we knew each other, we would celebrate our birthdays each year with a lovely meal together.”
“Thinking back on it now, I can still hear your infectious laughter.
“We’ve travelled to so many places together.
“I’m so fortunate that in your short but brilliant life, we shared so many memories worth smiling about, and we’ve been there together through life’s ups and downs.”
Her family did not reveal her cause of death.
She leaves behind her husband and their young son.
