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Pop superstar Prince dies in Minnesota home

by Rebecca Savransky - 04/21/16 1:27 PM ET

Pop music superstar Prince died Thursday in his home, The Associated Press reported Thursday.

Prince, 57, was found dead at his home in suburban Minneapolis.

{mosads}Born Prince Rogers Nelson, he released 39 albums through his career. He won seven Grammy Awards and received 30 nominations. He also won an Oscar for the original song score to the film “Purple Rain.” He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004.

His hits included “Little Red Corvette,” “Let’s Go Crazy” and “When Doves Cry.”

Last year, Prince gave a private performance at the White House to celebrate African American Music Appreciation Month.

Lawmakers tweeted remembrances Thursday afternoon:

Prince was the first concert I ever went to. As talented as they come and a Minnesota treasure. He’ll be missed… https://t.co/GszMvdlVsc

— Rep. Erik Paulsen (@RepErikPaulsen) April 21, 2016

#Prince was a legend. May he rest in peace. https://t.co/MUPL3KbZ7c

— Rep. Joe Crowley (@repjoecrowley) April 21, 2016

A music legend has departed us – Rest in Peace #Prince

— Hakeem Jeffries (@RepJeffries) April 21, 2016

Shocked to hear about the passing of Prince, a beloved Minnesotan. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and fans.

— Betty McCollum (@BettyMcCollum04) April 21, 2016

Incredibly sad to hear of the passing of Prince. He was a musical genius and a true Minnesotan legend. #RIP

— Tom Emmer (@RepTomEmmer) April 21, 2016

My condolences to the family, friends and fans of #Prince. His music,talent and ability will not be forgotten. pic.twitter.com/8o21Dgjynl

— Joyce Beatty (@RepBeatty) April 21, 2016

#Prince is a genius. He is the best writer, singer, and performing artist that has ever shared their gift w/ the world. I am heartbroken.

— Rep. Tony Cárdenas (@RepCardenas) April 21, 2016

Heartbroken to hear Prince has died. Hope he’s found his world of never ending happiness/You can always see the sun, day or night. #RIP

— Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) April 21, 2016