Prince didn't tell why.
But the public know that the musician has suffered hip problems for years and reportedly needed a double hip replacement. Prince's hip problems were first reported in 2005, and rumors emerged of "secret surgery" in 2007 and 2008.
As a Jehovah's Witness, Prince has allegedly refused blood transfusions, but it is possible to perform such an operation using other procedures.
Prince was seen armed with a diamond-studded cane in his appearances at a Tony awards party and at the 75th anniversary of the Apollo Theatre back 2009. Showbiz 411 reported that he needed the stick "to keep him upright", however, since the 1990s, canes have been a part of Prince's style.
This is not a new look and he sure didn't need it to walk.
The now late reclusive musician and seven-time Grammy winner was found dead in the elevator of his Paisley Park estate in Chanhassen, Minn. on Thursday (April 21, 2024).
Deputies and medical personnel found the music icon unresponsive when they arrived at his home and they performed CPR but it was unsuccessful. He was pronounced dead at 10:07 a.m. local time. Get the full report on FoxNews.com.