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‘Prince Was Not Scared Of Nobody': Childhood Friends Remember ‘The Purple One'

His fans often visit the Twin Cities around this date to learn about his life.

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April 22, 2022

Thursday was a somber day of remembrance for Prince fans. Six years ago on this day, the music icon was found dead at his Paisley Park complex in Chanhassen.

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His fans often visit the Twin Cities around this date to learn about his life.

WCCO’s Jeff Wagner shares more hidden gems from The Purple One’s childhood — through the eyes of his friends growing up.

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