Prince's Life in Photos
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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.
Prince Rogers Nelson is seen in his freshman year portrait in 1973 from Central High School in Minneapolis, MN.