Prince's Former Flame Sheila E. Mourns Death of Music Legend: 'Thank God Love …

Sheila E. said goodbye to her good friend Vanity just two months ago, and now she is saying goodbye to Prince. The iconic drummer, who was linked both musically and romantically with the “Purple Rain” singer, posted a heartbreaking tweet after news of

Grammy-nominated percussionist and singer Sheila E. scored a massive hit in 1984 with “The Glamorous Life,” which was written by her mentor, Prince. “The meaning of the word 'loss' has taken on new meaning this day,” she said in a statement. “Thank God 

Sheila E. revealed in her memoir The Beat of My Own Drum that not only did she and the singer date, but the two were engaged. Although the star has been romantically linked to a slew of women over the years, he opted for the married life in 1996 when

Prince was known for his fondness of the ladies, and in light of his passing, ET is looking back at the special women who captured his heart. The late GRAMMY winner was romantically linked to many celebrities, including Kim Basinger, Madonna, Sheila E.

The news of Prince's death shocked the world after he was found dead on April 21. And while musicians and fellow artists have expressed their extreme sorrow, it's Sheila E.'s heartbreaking statement that may be the most gut-wrenching of all. After all