Prince: Dead at 57

by Hien Anh22 April 2016 Last updated at 10:27 AM

VTV.vn - On April 21st (local time), music legend Prince died at the age of 57.

Prince was found unconscious at his estate in Minnesota, U.S. Despite great efforts from the medic, the 57-year-old icon was announced to pass away at 10:07am, which was 30 minutes after emergency call by the police.

Currently, the death of Prince is under investigation. His autopsy will be conducted by forensic experts in Midwest.

Prince Rogers Nelson (known as Prince) was born on June 7th 1958. Starting career since 1976, Prince gained worldwide recognition and success, especially for ‘Purple Rain’, his Oscar – winning single.

From 1985 – 1992, Prince released 8 studio albums and multiple singles. Besides form his successful music career, Prince also appeared in Purple Rain, Under the Cherry Moon, etc. During his lifetime, Prince won 7 Grammy Awards, 1 Academy Award, 1 Golden Globe. In 2008, he was ranked in 28th place in 100 Greatest Artists of All Time by The Rolling Stone Magazine.

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