Prince was a big fan of Toronto and our city reacted to the late superstar in kind. The musical legend spent a lot of time here and even lived in the Bridle Path neighbourhood for a short while in the early 2000s.

He recorded part of his Musicology album in GTA-area studios - including at Metalworks Studios in Mississauga - and just a few weeks ago, took to the stage at the Sony Centre for two sold-out shows.

He once told the Canadian Press, "I love Toronto," reports CBC News. And we loved him right back. And as you remember Prince tonight, look outside at the CN Tower. It'll be purple tonight in honour of the Queen's 90th birthday - now it'll have a double meaning.

Dig if you will the picture...RIP The Purple One 💜💜💜

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💜💜💜

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It's such a shame our friendship had to end 💜 Spending the afternoon in our Film Reference Library looking at film stills of the beautiful and iconic Artist fka #Prince. RIP

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Bleeding purple 💜😢 #ripprince

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Prince.

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Tremendous loss to the music world. RIP, Prince.

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R.i.P Prince #prince #cotedeboeufossington #toronto #beef #butchershop

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We lost a legend today rip #Prince

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"Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to get through this thing called life" We lost a true artist today. RIP Prince Rogers Nelson

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RIP Prince... Dinette dedicates a special night to you tonight...

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Safe Travels

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Thank you for all of your integrity, artistry and magic. #RIPPrince

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The rain feels appropriate. #purplerain #ripprince

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