Songstress Sharon Sibonge died as a result of birth issues [PHOTOS]

Loved My Star 2012 winner Sharon Sibonge passed away suddenly and tragically, leaving the music community devastated.

Sharon's death, which is said to have been caused by birth problems, clouds what should have been a happy occasion.

As fans, fellow artists, and loved ones struggle to process the news, her passing has sent shockwaves across the nation.

More than ten years ago, Sharon became a household name because to her soul-stirring voice and commanding stage presence.

Her path was one of grace and tenacity; she sang with passion and skill, frequently bringing audiences to tears.

She was more than simply a celebrity; to many who followed her journey, she was a beacon of hope.

That light has been extinguished much too soon today. And a sorrowful silence took its place.

Her performance of "I Surrender" by Céline Dion was simply amazing; it was a soulful, soaring performance that seemed to go right to the heart.

Sharon's raw emotional delivery turned the song into a very personal confession, and her crystal-clear high notes drifted smoothly over each chorus.