Legendary performer Prince's family and friends payed tribute at his Paisley Park Studios on Saturday

The legendary performer Prince's family and friends gathered at his Paisley Park studios in Chanhassen, Minnesota on Saturday, to mourn and pay tribute to the legendary performer.

The legendary pop performer was found dead on Thursday in an elevator inside the famous complex, where he often presented dance parties and performances for his fans.

Prince well known as the "Purple One" and one of his most famous singles was "Purple Rain." People came with purple balloons, candles, gifts etc.

The E! News reports, several of Prince's siblings and other family members were among the attendees of a private gathering inside Paisley Park Saturday afternoon, E! News has learned.

"Thank you for coming. Thank you for loving him," one of Prince's sisters, Tyka Nelson, told the fans outside the gates.

Tyka, who sported purple hair, had made similar comments to the supporters at the complex Thursday.

Many people were spotted, Sheila E, the pop star's former drummer and ex-fiancée, friend Larry Graham, who played bass with him, and Meron, Prince's assistant, were also spotted at the gathering, as was Chanhassen Mayor Denny Laufenburger

"I appreciate the support, love and all the hugs," Graham told the fans outside the gates. "We appreciate that. And I know that Sheila feels the same way that I feel, that Prince made us all a better musician. Spiritually is the most important thing, he was a very spiritual man. But as a musician, he pushed is he made us better and so we miss him deeply."

 The fans also received gifts: People from the complex handed out big purple round gift boxes containing T-shirts and copies of a tour book from Prince's days with The New Power Generation.

"Thank you guys very much," Sheila E told the fans. "Thank you for being here. We appreciate it."

Rest in Peace Prince!