Prince Death Year
Prince died in 2016. The date of death was April 21, 2016, at his Paisley Park estate in Minnesota. He was 57 years old at the time of death.
Cause of Death
The official cause of death was an accidental fentanyl overdose. Authorities found counterfeit pills containing fentanyl at his home. The incident was ruled an accidental poisoning.
Legacy After Death
Prince's death led to a large public outpouring and renewed attention to his catalog. His estate continues to manage his music and intellectual property. For more details, visit the official Prince Estate page.
