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Beyonce pays tribute as Instagram star dies aged 13

Beyonce posted a video to her YouTube account that featured a collection of Lyric 'Yhung' Chanel's photos and videos. Photo: Getty Images.

Beyonce has paid tribute after Instagram star Lyric 'Yhung' Chanel died, at the age of just 13. The social media personality is believed to have died on Friday after a lengthy battle with brain cancer and anaplastic ependymoma. And when news of her tragic death was shared online, 39-year-old Beyonce made an incredible gesture in her honour. Beyonce posted a video to her YouTube account that featured a collection of the social media figure's photos and videos. The singer also recorded a medley of Chanel's favourite songs, including Halo, Brown Skin Girl and Love On Top.

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