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Musicians hand-picked by Prince to play tribute concert in Hopkins • Apr. 19, 2025, 5:51 AM ET (CBS)
TV Director Don Mischer, Who Worked With Prince, Springsteen, Streisand & More Music Legends, Dies at 85 • Apr. 14, 2025, 4:40 AM ET (Billboard)

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Also Known As the Artist Formerly Known as Prince • the Artist • Prince Rogers Nelson
Born June 7, 1958 • Minneapolis • Minnesota
Died April 21, 2016 (aged 57) • Minnesota • (Died on this day)
Awards And Honors Grammy Award (2007) • Grammy Award (2004) • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum (2004) • Grammy Award (1986) • Academy Award (1985) • Grammy Award (1984)

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