Just call it the Purple Bridge. Philadelphia is honoring the life and legacy of Prince by lighting up the Ben Franklin Bridge with the legendary musician's favorite color Saturday and Sunday night.
"Over the course of his career, Prince was an inspiration to billions of fans worldwide,” said DRPA Board Chair Ryan Boyer. “In his honor, we will light the Ben Franklin bridge purple in hopes that it serves as an inspiration to the millions of people in our very own region.”
The Ben Franklin Bridge is only one of many structures, buildings and bridges around the world that honored Prince after his death at the age of 57 Thursday.
"Lighting the Ben Franklin Bridge purple is just a small way to memorialize and honor Prince's amazing talent," said John Hanson, DRPA CEO.
The Wells Fargo Center, where Prince performed several times in the past, was also lit up in purple Saturday night.
Philly’s tribute came the same day Prince’s remains were cremated during a small and private service featuring his closest family and friends.
