The world may never truly recover from the loss of musical icon Prince, but fans continue to celebrate his life and legacy in beautiful ways. Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton has declared Tuesday (June 7), to be Prince Day in the North Star state. Today would have been the legend’s 58th birthday.
“The proclamation issued today by Governor Dayton and Lt. Governor Smith is meant to celebrate Prince’s life and many contributions–not only in arts and culture, but also in his many acts of service to his fellow Minnesotans,” says the governors office.
The “When Doves Cry” singer was very proud to be a Minnesotan suburbanite. He chose to build his Paisley Park compound in Chanhassen as opposed to fading into the bright lights of Hollywood living. Back in April, shortly after his death, close friend and bass player Nik West shared that Prince vowed to her he’d never leave Minnesota. He felt he had a legacy there.
It has been determined that Prince’s death was caused by an opioid overdose.