Prince found DEAD At 57 Years Old

Prince has died at age 57, his publicist Yvette Noel-Schure told the AP.



Born Prince Rogers Nelson on June 7, 1958 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the singer, songwriter, multiple instrumentalist, producer and actor was recognized as a musical genius, trend setter and advocate for artists’ rights. His indelible impact on pop music culture dates back to when he first surfaced in 1978 with his debut album "For You."



ABC News confirmed that the Carver County Sheriff's Department has launched an investigation at the singer's Paisley Park estate in Chanhassen, Minnesota.



The news comes days after a flight Prince, 57, was a passenger on had to make an emergency landing at Quad City International Airport in Moline, Illinois. The singer was then rushed to a local hospital, where he was treated for the flu, his rep confirmed. He was released three hours later.



Prince had been battling the illness for weeks, his rep said.



The singer, who was on his "Piano and a Microphone" tour," also had to cancel two shows earlier in the month due to the flu. The "Purple Rain" singer's last performance was Thursday night in Atlanta.