The funk icon, full name Prince Rogers Nelson, died at his Paisley Park compound in Chanhassen, Minnesota, early on Thursday morning. His publicist confirmed his death to the Associated Press following initial reports from TMZ.
A brief statement has been released:
“It is with profound sadness that I am confirming that the legendary, iconic performer, Prince Rogers Nelson, has died at his Paisley Park residence this morning at the age of 57."
The cause of death is yet to be confirmed, but last week a medical emergency forced the crew of his private jet to make an emergency landing in Illinois.
Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Prince released his debut, ‘For You’, in 1978 and went on to enjoy one of the most inventive, prolific careers in pop. A virtuoso guitarist, his works included the landmark ‘Purple Rain’, ‘Sign ‘o the Times’, ‘1999’ and ‘Parade’. His final releases emerged last year in the form of ‘Hit n Run’ phases one and two, which were ushered in by a series of rapturously-received surprise live shows.
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