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President Obama and The First Lady Release Statement on Prince's Death

"Nobody's Spirit was Stronger, Bolder, or More Creative"
President Obama and The First Lady Release Statement on Prince's Death
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By Lauren Porter · Updated October 27, 2020
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President Barack Obama and the First Lady Michelle Obama are too feeling the pain that comes from the loss of Prince.

FLOTUS released a statement via Twitter, on behalf of the First Family, mourning the death of the musician.

Franks Ocean Pens Tribute in Wake of Prince’s Passing

“Nobody’s spirit was stronger, bolder, or more creative.” —The President and First Lady on the passing of @Prince. pic.twitter.com/4XnpGBrxMV

— The First Lady (@FLOTUS) April 21, 2016

Not only was Prince a dynamic musician but his work for human rights and advocacy were an example to all on how to live wonderously. 

Prince passed on Thursday at age 57 and he will surely be missed.

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