A POPULAR YouTuber and social media influencer has tragically died while celebrating her birthday in Mexico.

Alysha Burney reportedly passed away in her sleep on March 2 – just a day before she was set to turn 25.

Devastated brother Charles Burney confirmed the tragic news on social media.

He wrote in an Instagram post: “I come with great sadness that my little sister Alysha Burney has passed. Please allow our family time to grieve during this time.

“It is extremely difficult seeing all of the false narratives trying to defame her legacy.”

Charles, who was with Alysha when she passed away, said that she died after having an asthma attack while she was asleep.

He told FOX4: “She was a self-loving and happy individual who cherished her life and was looking forward to the upcoming year’s plans. She was in Mexico to celebrate her birthday.

“She was a very classy young woman.”

Slamming inline speculations about her sister’s tragic death, Charles said: “There’s a spread of misinformation online, stating different things based on speculation.

“These sources lack credibility and should not be believed. My sister did not engage in environments that would lead to such situations.”

Alysha had more than 5million followers across Instagram and TikTok.

Fans of the social media star flocked to the comments section to express their grief.

One person said: “Can’t believe we lost another angel today. like this, better be fake, she actually does no wrong.

“I can’t believe she’s gone, I refuse to believe.”

Another fan wrote: “Why I’m scrolling TikTok seeing that Alysha Burney passed? Say right now and quit playing.”

A third said: “Please tell me this is a lie?”