My favorite artist is Prince Rogers Nelson  but it is a pity he died on  April 21, 2016
I've never heard of that artist.  What is he known for?
People know him for his eclectic work, flamboyant stage presence, extravagant dress and makeup, and wide vocal range.
How did he die?
I do not follow up the cause of his death but i know a lot of his acheivement like eight Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award for the 1984 film "Purple Rain".
So he was a musician and an actor?
and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Prince developed an interest in music as a young child and wrote his first song, "Funk Machine", at the age of seven. He signed a recording contract with Warner Bros. Records at the age of 17 and released his debut album "For You" in 1978. His 1979 album "Prince" went platinum, and his next three albums—"Dirty Mind" (1980), "Controversy" (1981), and "1999" (1982)—continued his success, prominently showcasing his explicit
Prince (June 7, 1958 – April 21, 2016), American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, dancer, and record producer. He was a musical innovator who was known for his eclectic work, flamboyant stage presence, extravagant dress and makeup, and wide vocal range. His music integrates a wide variety of styles, including funk, rock, R&B, new wave, soul, psychedelia, and pop. He has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling artists of