Reeva Steenkamp, Oscar Pistorius Murder [PHOTOS]: Family, Fans Mourn Model's Death on Valentine's Day, Remembered for Beauty, Brains

On Valentine's Day morning (Thursday, Feb. 14), stunning model and rising star Reeva Steenkamp was found dead in the South African home of her Olympic athlete boyfriend, Oscar Pistorius. While details surrounding the tragic shooting still remain hazy, the Paralympic track star was promptly arrested and charged with the murder of 29-year-old Steenkamp. Family, friends, and fans continue to mourn the unexpected death of a young woman who will always be remembered for her brains, beauty, and empowerment.

Steenkamp was a former FHM cover girl who was named the face of Avon South Africa six years ago. Before becoming a professional model with Ice Model Management, Steenkamp graduated with a law degree from the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. She was also a motivational speaker and strong advocate of women's rights. Steenkamp had an inspiring "zest for life" and had been involved in an alleged healthy relationship with Pistorius for a few months prior to the tragic shooting. On Wednesday, she posted this excited tweet about Valentine's Day:

@reevasteenkamp: "What do you have up your sleeve for your love tomorrow??? #getexcited #ValentinesDay."

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Colleagues and Twitter fans continue to offer their condolences and support, mourning the life of an inspiring young woman cut too short:

@IamSeRakiccc: "RIP to the most beautiful of ladies, Reeva Steenkamp."

@novemberrain_8: "For everyone affected by domestic violence: We lost a true advocate. Thank you Reeva Steenkamp, RIP."

@AVikiG: "Never a good day when someone looses their life. Condolences to Reeva Steenkamp's family and friends #RIP."

Steenkamp's publicist Sarit Tomlinson released this statement: "Our thoughts and prayers go to the Steenkamp family, who have asked to have their privacy respected during this difficult time. Everyone is simply devastated. She was the kindest, sweetest human being; an angel on earth and will be sorely missed."

@RobertMcRuer: "RIP Reeva Steenkamp. Steenkamp spoke out against rape and violence against women which seems the key thing to highlight in this tragedy."

@AlexAnlos: "What awful news - RIP Reeva Steenkamp. My heart goes out to the families."

@tarynlbrooke: "So so tragic this news of #OscarPistorious. RIP Reeva Steenkamp, praying for you and all involved."

Statement from Steenkamp's PR Agency: "We can confirm that Reeva Steenkamp has passed away. We are in communication with people on the scene, please wait for official statements, as there is too much speculation at this moment in time. We will provide further information as soon as we are able to provide accurate information as to what transpired.Our thoughts and prayers go to the Steenkamp family, who have asked to have their privacy respected during this difficult time, everyone is simply devastated. She was the kindest, sweetest human being; an angel on earth and will be sorely missed."

Statement from Ice Model Management: "Everyone at Ice Model Management and Ice Genetics is absolutely shocked and devastated by the news. Reeva has been with the Ice family for some seven years now and she was a wonderful, beautiful and caring soul and will be missed immensely. It is indeed a very sad day for all those that loved and treasured her, our hearts are broken. Our thoughts, prayers and condolences are with her family and friends."

@lindi_coetzee: "Shocked at the death of our former student. Her life should not have ended so tragically. RIP Reeva Steenkamp."

@PhoebeLWilliams: "RIP Reeva Steenkamp you will always be remembered.....♥."

@s_planeta: "Reeva Steenkamp (August 19, 1983 - February 14, 2013). Another beautiful soul taken way to early. #StopTheViolence #RIP."

Thoughts and condolences go out to Steenkamp's family, friends, colleagues, and fans during this time of tragedy.