The 13 Most Moving Visual Tributes to Prince

By Linda Rodgers Updated: April 21, 2017

When Prince died suddenly in 2016 at his Minnesota home, everyone was shocked and saddened. After his death, the world showed their admiration in majestically awesome (and purple) ways.

Now, one year later, those feelings of sorrow still linger. Prince’s fans keep his memory alive even to this day. The beloved musician was only 57 when he passed, but he will forever be remembered for his charismatic, flashy stage performances and hit single after hit single.

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There’s no doubt the world mightily misses his shining talent. Though he may be gone, he will never be forgotten. We miss you, Prince!

Prince In Tribute

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In ways large and small--but mostly in purple--the country paid tribute to Prince, who died on April 21 last year. Even Mother Nature! Click through to see how people showed their love.
Prince Tribute Boston

via Twitter

Zakim Bridge, Boston
Prince Tribute Niagara

via Facebook

Niagara Falls

This landmark was set to be lighted purple in honor of Queen Elizabeth, who turned 90 on April 21 of last year. But it was a fitting memorial to Prince, too.
Prince Tribute Cleveland

via Twitter

Terminal Tower, Cleveland
Prince Tribute Rainbow

via Twitter

Paisley Park, Minneapolis

It rained in Minneapolis, Prince's hometown, soon after his death. And while the downpour wasn't purple, a rainbow did appear over his estate. via Huffington Post
Prince Tribute I 35 Wbridge

via Twitter

The I-35W Bridge, Minneapolis
Prince Tribute Nasa

via Twitter

Purple nebula, outer space

NASA wanted to pay its respects, too, so they posted this majestic purple star in the rock star's honor.
Prince Tribute Lowry Bridge

via Twitter

Lowry Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
Prince tribute Tulsa church

via Facebook

University United Methodist Church, Tulsa, OK

The church usually puts inspirational quotes outside. Instead, they honored Prince with these lines from"Get Crazy" that are still so fitting. via Buzzfeed
Prince Tribute Prince St Outside

via Twitter

Prince Street subway station, New York City

This is the outside of the station.
Prince Tribute Prince St Subway Inside

via Twitter

Prince Street subway station, New York City

And this is the inside of the station.
Prince Tribute Orlando Eye

via Twitter

The Orlando Eye, Orlando, FL
Prince Tribute Superdome

via Twitter

Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans
Prince Tribute San Francisco

via Twitter

City Hall, San Francisco

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