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Tyka Nelson | |
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| Born | Tyka Evene Nelson May 18, 1960 Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Died | November 4, 2024 (aged 64) Robbinsdale, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Years active | 1980–2024 |
| Notable work | Marc Anthony's Tune Royal Blue |
| Spouse | Maurice Phillips |
| Children | 6 |
| Parent | Mattie Della Shaw (mother) John L. Nelson (father) |
| Relatives | Prince (brother) |
Tyka Evene Nelson (May 18, 1960 – November 4, 2024) was an American singer. She was the daughter of jazz musician John L. Nelson (1916–2001) and jazz singer Mattie Della Shaw (1933–2002), and the sister of Prince (1958–2016). In addition, she had seven half-siblings. She was Prince's only full sibling.[1][2][3]
- ^ Nakashima, Ryan; Karnowski, Steve (April 26, 2016). "Prince's Sister Says Late Singer Had No Known Will". Associated Press. Retrieved November 5, 2024.
- ^ Bream, Joe (November 4, 2024). "Prince's sister Tyka Nelson dies at 64". Star Tribune. Retrieved November 5, 2024.
- ^ Irvin, Jack (November 5, 2024). "Prince's Sister Tyka Nelson Dies at 64, Cousin Confirms". People. Retrieved November 5, 2024.