Jeremy Ruehlemann has died aged 27

 Jeremy Ruehlemann has died aged 27. The fashion industry is shocked by the death of model Jeremy Ruehlemann. 

He was 27. The news about Ruehlemann's death was broken by friend and designer Christian Siriano on Instagram. 

The designer shared a series of photos of him and Ruehlemann together along with their memorable moments together. The cause of Ruehlemann's death has not been made public, according to People Magazine. The shocking news comes days after the model shared behind-the-scenes snap of a photoshoot with Tommy Hilfiger.

The New York City based model worked with major brands such as Superdry and Ralph Lauren, and appeared in fashion shoots and on catwalks around the world.

Designer Christian Siriano wrote on Instagram: "I have never posted anything like this but to lose a friend who was such a beautiful soul is just really hard.

"This is for Jeremy, the most beautiful man that gave so much love to everyone he met no matter what. He was one of my muses, and he always will be.

He inspired me and I will love him forever. I'm sending all my love to his family and friends who lost someone so special.

"I know we will meet again one day but right now I just want to hug him.

 Also paying tribute was Lexi Wood, who has 1.2 million followers on Instagram, who wrote: "His love will eternally flow through this world. I was with Jeremy on Thursday and in that moment I didn't know that kissing you and holding you for the millionth time would be the most memorable day of my life.

Designer Christian Siriano paid tribute to late Jeremy Ruehlemann on Instagram. "This is for Jeremy, the most beautiful man that gave so much love to everyone," he wrote.

Model Jeremy Ruehlemann passed away on Tuesday. He was 27. Designer Christian Siriano confirmed the model's death with an Instagram post. He shared various pictures of Jeremy and paid tribute to his "muse", urging fans and followers to send love to his family.

While the cause of Jeremy's death hasn't been revealed yet, the news has come days after the model shared behind-the-scenes pictures of his photoshoot with Tommy Hilfiger.

Fashion designer Christian Siriano has paid tribute to the late model - who has worked for the likes of Perry Ellis and Superdry - admitting he was "one of my muses and always will be".

Christian wrote on Instagram: "I have never posted anything like this but to lose a friend who was such a beautiful soul is just really hard. This is for Jeremy, the most beautiful man that gave so much love to everyone he met no matter what.

 He was one of my muses and he always will be. He inspired me and I will love him forever. I’m sending all my love to his family and friends who lost someone so special. I know we will meet again one day but right now I just want to hug him. Rest well J we all love you so much! Send love to his family today please."

It's not yet known how Jeremy - who has appeared in the likes of GQ magazine - passed away.

Jeremy Ruehlemann, a Mahwah (Bergen County) native, walked for top designers including Christian Siriano and Perry Ellis, and modeled for GQ and Playhouse Magazine

 In an interview with GQ at 24 years old, Ruehlemann said modeling "isn't about being attractive," rather, playing a role.

The model’s childhood friend Gianni Simpson first broke the tragic news on Facebook. He shared that they met when they were both teenagers and bonded over their love for music, sports, fashion and tattoos after being sent to OTC together.