Prince - Popular American Singer
One celebrity who was buried wearing a cape was the legendary musician Prince. Prince, who was known for his flamboyant style and iconic fashion choices, was buried in a private ceremony on April 23, 2016, at Paisley Park, his home and recording studio in Chanhassen, Minnesota. He was laid to rest in an elaborate custom-made gold casket, and his body was draped with a purple cape. The cape was said to be a nod to his signature song "Purple Rain."
Prince Rogers Nelson, popularly known as Prince, was an American singer, songwriter, musician, and actor. He was born on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and rose to fame in the late 1970s with his unique blend of funk, rock, R&B, and pop music. Prince's musical style and flamboyant fashion sense made him one of the most influential musicians of his era. Some of his famous music works include "Purple Rain," "When Doves Cry," "Kiss," "1999," "Sign o' the Times," and "Little Red Corvette." Prince was known for his prolific output, having released 39 studio albums during his lifetime. His net worth was estimated to be around $300 million at the time of his death in 2016. Prince won several awards during his career, including seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score for "Purple Rain."
