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Tyka Nelson, Prince's Sister, Dies at 64
Tyka Nelson, Prince's sister and musician, dies at 64. Her cause of death is unknown. She was working on a new project and planned a farewell concert.
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- What was Tyka Nelson's profession?
- Nelson was a singer-songwriter who released four albums, starting with "Royal Blue" in 1988. Her music was described as adult-contemporary or easy-listening, different from her brother's style.
- What was the cause of Tyka Nelson's death?
- Tyka Nelson, Prince's sister, passed away at age 64. The cause of death is currently unknown, but her son expects to know within a couple of days.
- What were Tyka Nelson's plans before her death?
- Tyka Nelson was scheduled for a farewell concert in June, but illness prevented her from performing. She was also working on a mixtape and memoir before her death.
- What happened to Prince's estate after his death?
- After Prince's death in 2016, Tyka Nelson and her five half-siblings inherited his estate. Three of the siblings, including Tyka, later sold their shares to a music publishing company.
- How did Tyka Nelson describe her relationship with Prince?
- Nelson's relationship with her brother Prince was close, and she worked to keep his legacy alive. She viewed her role as his sister as something she'd always been.