Today the world has learned the devastating news of the loss of Megastar and acclaimed musician Prince. According to his publicist, Prince died at his home in Minnesota. He was just 57.
Police were called to a medical emergency at his Paisley Park estate earlier on Thursday, reportedly. 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.
Born Prince Rogers Nelson, in Minneapolis, the singer, songwriter, arranger and multi-instrumentalist, 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 with the Hall saying he “rewrote the rulebook”.
Last week he was rushed to hospital hours after performing on stage, but was soon released.
Tributes have been pouring in on social media and fans have been gathering at Paisley Park.
Rest in Heaven, Prince.