Authorities Investigate Death At Prince’s Minn. Recording Studio

Rock star Prince is shown during his performance onstage during the telecast of the Grammy Awards, Feb. 27, 1985 in Los Angeles. He won or shared three awards, including Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group With V... Rock star Prince is shown during his performance onstage during the telecast of the Grammy Awards, Feb. 27, 1985 in Los Angeles. He won or shared three awards, including Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals, with his band Revolution, for "Purple Rain"; Best Album of Original Score for TV or Movies, "Purple Rain"; and Prince took Writing Rhythm and Blues honors for "I Feel For You," recorded by Chaka Khan. (AP Photo/Liu Heung Shing) MORE LESS

CHANHASSEN, Minn. (AP) — Authorities are investigating a death at Paisley Park, where pop superstar Prince has his recording studios.

Jason Kamerud, Carver County chief sheriff’s deputy, tells the Minneapolis Star Tribune that the investigation began on Thursday morning.

He said officials are withholding information about the identity of the deceased person until next of kin has been notified. A news release will come afterward.

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