Prince the Artist Passes Away

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Singer Prince has died at his Paisley Park estate in Minnesota at the age of 57, his publicist tells AP

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Prince, singer and superstar, dies at 57 at Paisley Park

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Image copyrightAFPImage captionPrince was still performing as recently as last week

The hugely popular and acclaimed musician Prince has died at his home in Minnesota at the age of 57, his publicist has said.

Police were called to a medical emergency at his Paisley Park estate earlier on Thursday, US media reported. An investigation is underway.

Prince became a global superstar in the 1980s, with albums such as 1999, Purple Rain and Sign O' the Times.

He sold more than 100 million records during his career.

A singer, songwriter, arranger and multi-instrumentalist, Prince recorded more than 30 albums. His best known hits include Let's Go Crazy and When Doves Cry.

In 2004, Prince was inducted into the Rock and Roll of Fame.

Last week he was rushed to hospital hours after performing on stage, but was soon released.

RIP.....many happy memories

Just saw that on the news now. RIP another music legend gone

Went to he's concert at Wembley Arena in 1990.
Great show from a great artist.RIP

Very sad. one of my very few music idols.

Just amazing so sudden.

They falling like ten pins....Prince, Symbol whatever.....a good muzo but I wont have to hold a wake for this one. Genius and 'legend' a bit over the top in my opinion ...but RIP , 57 a bit young to pass over.

Rest in Peace Prince.

Purple Rain