Jessie J Posts Emotional Tribute To Jamal Edwards: 'My Heart Is Broken'

Jessie J expresses her sadness over Jamal Edwards' death on social media.

The English singer, born Jessica Ellen Cornish, 33, took to Instagram to share an emotional tribute to the late music mogul, who passed away on Sunday, February 20. He was 31.

Jessie posted videos of Edwards along with their picture and a screenshot of their chat exchange.

She began by listing all of the best things about Edwards:

"Your light, Your ideas, Your love for your Mum and your sister, Your work ethic, Your dedication to making a difference not just in this industry but in this world, Your laugh, Your laugh ?, Your care for every person you met was unmatched."

The "Price Tag" hitmaker continued, "But your friendship… Phew. That’s why my heart is broken."

Jessie added, "We had plans bro. I can’t believe this is real. I love you @jamaledwards."

Fans notable personalities liked the share over 22,400 times. Hundreds of followers, including several notable personalities, flocked to the comments section to show their love and support.

"So sad heartbreaking ? ?? beautiful video," a follower commented.

"Heartbreaking, gone way too soon. Jamal did so much for the U.K. music industry and making sure that true talent got a platform to shine. The times I got the pleasure to meet him he was always so funny, kind and genuine. Rest easy," added another fan.

"Losing a beloved mentor is a terrible thing. He will be doing his thing from above and watching and rooting you on," a third user assured the singer.

"So sorry for your loss Jessie ? hope he find the light where the sun sets it rises somewhere else it is not because we no longer see it enlightening us that it does not continue to illuminate. By your genius he will continue thanks to him for helping to know you ? I send you comfort," quipped another commenter.

Edwards founded an online urban music platform, SB.TV, which helped launch Jessie J's career, as well as Ed Sheeran, Rita Ora, Dave, Skepta, and many more. He was appointed an MBE for services to music in 2014 and became an ambassador for the Prince’s Trust, a youth charity run by the Prince of Wales which helps young people set up their own companies.

Ora also paid tribute to Edwards by sharing photos their photos taken through the years, along with a heartfelt message:

"My first ever interview was with you. Jamal, Our endless talks on music and the belief you had in me and so many of us before we even believed in ourselves."

"The Voice Australia" coach continued, "I’m devastated. No words can describe how grateful I am to of been in your presence. Thank you for all you ever showed me. My heart goes out to @brendaedwardsglobal and the whole family. ? RIP ?"

Skepta, born Joseph Junior Adenuga, shared the entrepreneur's photo via Instagram Story. He added a note: "Love and thank you Jamal, young legend."

Dua Lipa, on the other hand, noted that she's "heartbroken" over Edwards' passing. She also shared his picture on the photo-sharing site with a message:

"Heartbroken to hear this news. RIP Jamal ??" the pop star wrote. "My thoughts are with his friends and family and the many people’s lives he has touched and brought together. Gone way too soon ?"

As reported by BBC, Edwards performed as a DJ at a gig in north London on Saturday night and died the following day. His manager confirmed the news with no other details revealed about his death at the time.

Today, Edwards' mom confirmed that he died of "a sudden illness" in a statement.