She described Puhar as a "vivacious and promising young woman" following the news of her death on Tuesday (February 24).
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Puhar was found dead alongside her boyfriend Jonathan Alvarado, 23, and his roommate Jusmar Gonzaga-Garcia, 21, in an apartment in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Police have confirmed that a man named Emmanuel Jesus Rangel, 19, has been charged with three counts of first degree murder in connection with the deaths.
In an official statement, Banks and fellow executive producer Ken Mok said: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic news about Mirjana Puhar.
"She was a vivacious and promising young woman. Our hearts and prayers go out to her loved ones."
Banks also paid tribute to Puhar on Twitter, posting:
The Top Model family is deeply saddened by the tragic news of Mirjana Puhar.
We love you, Mirjana.
Forever.
ā Tyra Banks (@tyrabanks) February 26, 2015
Puhar featured on ANTM's most recent cycle, but was eliminated in the tenth episode. She later returned to take part in the final runway show.
