Stevie Wonder and Chaka Khan topped the bill for an all-star concert tribute in memory of Prince, six months after the influential pop star died of an accidental prescription drug overdose.
The 17,000 concert seats - ranging in price from $19.99 to $152.50 - sold out in minutes, and the show began with a video tribute to the artist and a short message from President Barack Obama. The concert followed a free, public outdoor preshow party where hundreds gathered in purple to honor the late singer.
St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman declared Thursday "Prince Day" in honor of the genre-defying, Grammy-winning performer, and several of St. Paul's biggest landmarks were set to be illuminated in purple at night.
In addition to Wonder and Khan, the three hours of live music slated for the concert were to include performances by Tori Kelly, the R&B ensemble Mint Condition and members of two of Prince's backing bands - New Power Generation and 3rdEyeGirl.
Prince left behind no will. A Minnesota probate court has spent months sorting through numerous claims by would-be heirs to determine how his estate will be divvied up and controlled.
The value of his musical legacy, including an extensive cache of unreleased recordings said to be locked in a vault, has been estimated by some to exceed $500 million, when factoring in future royalties, retail sales and commercial rights.
Prince left behind no will. A Minnesota probate court has spent months sorting through numerous claims by would-be heirs to determine how his estate will be divvied up and controlled.
