ISLAMABAD – As the mystery over the killing of defiant Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif remained under wraps, fans and family members of the late TV host paid tribute to him on his birth anniversary.

The tragic demise of the notable televangelist sent shock waves across the nation and months after his killing, social media users took to the micro-blogging platforms to pay homage to the departed soul.

Sharif, a known critic of the country’s powerful quarter, may not be physically present with his fans on his special day however his legacy will always be alive. The former anchorperson earned a lease-free space in the hearts of millions of his fans.

Remembering her husband on his birthday, Arshad’s widow took to her Twitter handle where she shared a clip of his 49th birthday when he visited the family from Russia.

Meanwhile, fans flooded social platforms with heartwarming messages for investigative journalist. Fans mourned his demise by stating ‘legends never die’, while other prayed for his soul.

Here’s how people reacted: