Music legend Prince has died at the age of 57.

One of pop music's most influential figures, Prince, has been found dead at his home in Paisley Park, Minneapolis. He was 57 years old.

His publicist Yvette Noel-Schure announced the death overnight, Australian time, but didn't reveal any details of how the artist passed away.

A statement from the Carver County sheriff's office said that Prince was found unconscious in his elevator and that first responders' attempts at CPR were unsuccessful. He died at 10.07am local time.

The news has shocked the music world. Less than two months ago he was in Australia, playing for hours each night on his Piano and a Microphone tour.

Prince is widely acknowledged as one of pop music's most enigmatic figures and vastly experimental artists. He remains the only artist able to blend rock, soul, R&B, funk, pop and jazz seamlessly and has inspired many artists to push musical boundaries.

Likewise, his fashion sense, live performances and approach to protecting his art has resonated with thousands of artists over the years.

There are many amazing career highlights, from his epic 1984 film Purple Rain to the years he spent as an unprouncable symbol after changing his name in protest of his record label contract.

From his euphoric, marathon live performances to his battles with just about everything to do with the internet. From the pop perfection of 1979's 'I Wanna Be Your Lover', to the perfect blend of classic and futuristic funk of last year's 'Stare'. Prince has had a rich career that's never been dull.

American president, and Prince fan, Barack Obama said it all.

“Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent," he said after hearing news of Prince's death. "As one of the most gifted and prolific musicians of our time, Prince did it all.”

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