Born Prince Rogers Nelson, the multi-talented and influential musician is known for such songs as "1999," "Little Red Corvette," and "Purple Rain," the title track of his breakthrough 1984 album and movie. He sold more than 100 million albums worldwide, won seven Grammys and picked up an Oscar for Best Original Song score for "Purple Rain."
Music Legend Prince Dead at 57
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Pop vocalist Prince holds up a hand as he accepts an American Music Award for his single "When Doves Cry" during presentations at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Jan. 28, 1985.
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Prince performs in concert at Riverfront Coliseum during his Purple Rain Tour in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jan. 22, 1985.