Musician
Prince
Prince was born on June 7, 1958 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He released his debut album 'For You' the year he turned 20, and released 'Dirty Mind' the year he turned 22.
Prince was born in 1958 and lived to age 57. Anyone born before 1958 is older than Prince. Anyone over 57 is older than Prince ever was.
Prince was born on June 7, 1958 in Minneapolis, Minnesota and died on April 21, 2016 at the age of 57. Prince would be 68 years old today.
Prince would be 68 years old in 2026 and would have turned 68 on June 7, 2026. Prince's age in every year ↓
Born
June 7, 1958
Died
April 21, 2016
World pop. at birth
~2.9B
Prince's age at death
57
Your age
20
Are you older than Prince?
No — Prince was born in 1958. You were born in 2006, making you 48 years younger. Prince lived to age 57. You are currently 20, so you are not yet older than Prince was when he died.
At your age (20), Prince had already released his debut album 'For You' (the year he turned 20), but hadn't yet released 'Dirty Mind' (the year he turned 22).
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Prince's Life Timeline
Prince was born on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a jazz musician and his mother a songwriter. This environment nurtured his talent from a young age, leading him to learn multiple instruments and write songs by the time he was a teenager.
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Prince achieved significant success early in his career, releasing his debut album 'For You' in 1978 when he was just 20 years old. He gained worldwide fame with his 1984 album 'Purple Rain', which included hit singles like 'When Doves Cry' and 'Let's Go Crazy'. Over the years, he released numerous critically acclaimed albums, won multiple Grammy Awards, and became known for his electrifying live performances.
Prince's legacy as a musical innovator endures long after his death on April 21, 2016, at the age of 57. He is remembered not only for his unique sound that blended rock, funk, and pop but also for his influence on countless artists across various genres. His work continues to inspire new generations of musicians, solidifying his status as one of the greatest musicians in history.
Released his debut album 'For You'
Prince was 20 years old when he released his debut album 'For You'. This album marked the beginning of his professional music career and showcased his talent for songwriting and multi-instrumentalism.
Prince turned 20 in 1978, the year he released his debut album 'For You'. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Dirty Mind'
Prince was 22 years old when he released 'Dirty Mind,' a provocative new wave and funk album that established his boundary-pushing artistic identity.
Prince turned 22 in 1980, the year he released 'Dirty Mind'. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released the album '1999'
Prince was 24 years old when he released the album '1999'. This album featured hits like 'Little Red Corvette' and '1999', establishing him as a major figure in the music industry.
Prince turned 24 in 1982, the year he released the album '1999'. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won an Academy Award for 'Purple Rain'
Prince was 26 years old when he won an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score for 'Purple Rain'. This recognition solidified his status as a cultural icon and showcased his talents beyond just music.
Prince turned 26 in 1984, the year he won an Academy Award for 'Purple Rain'. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released the album 'Purple Rain'
Prince was 26 years old when he released the album 'Purple Rain'. The album became a massive commercial success and is often regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time.
Prince turned 26 in 1984, the year he released the album 'Purple Rain'. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Sign o' the Times'
Prince was 29 years old when he released 'Sign o' the Times,' a critically acclaimed double album widely regarded as one of the greatest albums ever made.
Prince turned 29 in 1987, the year he released 'Sign o' the Times'. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Founded the record label Paisley Park Records
Prince was 30 years old when he founded Paisley Park Records. This label allowed him greater creative control over his music and helped launch the careers of other artists.
Prince turned 30 in 1988, the year he founded the record label Paisley Park Records. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Changed his name to an unpronounceable symbol
Prince was 35 years old when he changed his name to an unpronounceable symbol. This move was part of a dispute with his record label and highlighted his desire for artistic freedom.
Prince turned 35 in 1993, the year he changed his name to an unpronounceable symbol. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Musicology'
Prince was 46 years old when he released 'Musicology,' which debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and was supported by a massively successful tour.
Prince turned 46 in 2004, the year he released 'Musicology'. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Prince was 46 years old when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. His induction ceremony featured a legendary guitar solo during 'While My Guitar Gently Weeps.'
Prince turned 46 in 2004, the year he was inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Super Bowl XLI halftime show
Prince was 49 years old when he performed the Super Bowl XLI halftime show in the rain, widely regarded as the greatest Super Bowl halftime performance of all time.
Prince turned 49 in 2007: Super Bowl XLI halftime show. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Prince was 57 years old when he passed away on April 21, 2016. His death was a significant loss to the music world, and tributes poured in from fans and fellow artists alike.
Prince was 57 in 2016, the year he passed away. Are you older than Prince was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Prince in each year?
- 2026
- Prince would be 68 years old in 2026 and would have turned 68 on June 7, 2026.
- 1978
- Prince was 19 at the start of 1978 and turned 20 on June 7, 1978. That year, he released his debut album 'For You'.
- 1980
- Prince was 21 at the start of 1980 and turned 22 on June 7, 1980. That year, he released 'Dirty Mind'.
- 1982
- Prince was 23 at the start of 1982 and turned 24 on June 7, 1982. That year, he released the album '1999'.
- 1984
- Prince was 25 at the start of 1984 and turned 26 on June 7, 1984. That year, he won an Academy Award for 'Purple Rain'.
- 1987
- Prince was 28 at the start of 1987 and turned 29 on June 7, 1987. That year, he released 'Sign o' the Times'.
- 1988
- Prince was 29 at the start of 1988 and turned 30 on June 7, 1988. That year, he founded the record label Paisley Park Records.
- 2004
- Prince was 45 at the start of 2004 and turned 46 on June 7, 2004. That year, he released 'Musicology'.
- 2016
- Prince was 57 years old when he died on April 21, 2016, before his 58th birthday. That year, he passed away.
Prince's age in every year
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- 201657 years old
