Prince’s sister Tyka Nelson dies aged 64 as family pays tribute to beloved singer due to have farewell concert this year

PRINCE'S sister, Tyka Evene Nelson, has died at the age of 64, her family has confirmed.

The singer was due to have a farewell concert in June - but was taken ill and the show was cancelled.

Her son, President Nelson, confirmed her death on Monday but declined to offer details, The Star Tribune reports.

A post on Facebook from Charles “Chazz” Smith confirmed the passing of Nelson.

“Our family is very saddened to share the news of my cousin Tyka Evene Nelson who passed away this morning,” the post said.

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