Prince Rogers Nelson

Full Name: Rogers Nelson
Profession: Singer

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Biography: Prince was a major figure in popular music for over three decades.

The singer-songwriter was known for his eclectic work, flamboyant stage presence and wide vocal range.

Prince sold over 100 million records worldwide and has won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe and an Academy Award.

Born: June 7, 1958
Birthplace: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Gemini

Died: April 21, 2016 (aged 57)
Cause of Death: Drug overdose

Married Life

1996-02-14 American singer Prince Rogers Nelson (37) weds belly dancer Mayte Garcia (22) in Minneapolis; divorce in 1999
1999-02-14 American singer Prince Rogers Nelson (40) divorces belly dancer Mayte Garcia (25) after 2 years of marriage
2001-12-31 American singer Prince Rogers Nelson (43) weds Canadian businesswoman Manuela Testolini; divorce in 2006

Historical Events

1981-10-11 Then unknown musician Prince Rogers Nelson opens for The Rolling Stones at the Los Angeles Coliseum
1984-05-16 "When Doves Cry" single released by Prince Rogers Nelson (Billboard Song of the Year, 1984)
1984-06-25 Warner Bros Records releases the sixth studio album by Prince, "Purple Rain"; his commercial peak, the film soundtrack album sells over 25 million copies album, tops the charts in 5 countries m and wins 3 Grammy Awards and an Academy Award
1984-08-04 Prince's "Purple Rain" album goes #1 & stays #1 for 24 weeks
1984-09-29 "Let's Go Crazy" by Prince Rogers Nelson and Revolution peaks at #1
1984-11-04 Funk-rocker Prince opens his "Purple Rain" tour featuring his new band 'The Revolution' with the 1st of seven shows at the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan

Prince Rogers Nelson

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