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NASA Pays Tribute To Prince With Purple Nebula

LOS ANGELES (CBSLA.com) — NASA shared an image Thursday afternoon of a purple nebula to honor Prince.

Upon learning of the music legend's death, the space agency tweeted:

"A purple nebula, in honor of Prince, who passed away today."

The 57-year-old was found dead at his home in Minneapolis. A cause of death has not been revealed.

Prince had a multitude of hits including "Little Red Corvette," "Purple Rain," and "Let's Go Crazy."

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