"My musical brother …. My friend … The one who showed me the possibilities within myself."
Lenny Kravitz
"Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent. … A strong spirit transcends rules. And nobody's spirit was stronger, bolder, or more creative."
President Obama
"Prince the doves really are crying now."
Oprah Winfrey
"And just like that … the world lost a lot of magic."
Katy Perry
"Saddened by Prince's death. Proud to have seen in the New Year with him. He … played brilliantly funky music."
Paul McCartney
"A world less funky. I don't want to believe it."
Simon Le Bon
"Numb. Stunned. This can't be real."
Justin Timberlake
"I am stunned and heartbroken. I just spoke with him last night. Today, Jada & I mourn with all of you the loss of a beautiful poet, a true inspiration, and one of the most magnificent artists to ever grace this earth."
Will Smith
It’s too soon to tell how much the immigration crackdown is to blame.
