Sheila E. - Legendary percussionist Sheila Escovedo — better known as Sheila E. — was scouted for her musical talents and her beauty. The talented artist was discovered by Prince while performing with her father's band in 1978.After discovering her, Prince welcomed Sheila E. with open arms into recording sessions for his legendary Purple Rain album and the rest is history. The pair dated while he was still romantically involved with Susannah Melvoin but only briefly. Sheila was one of few women to go on and establish her music career in her own right. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images for Dizzy Feet Foundation)

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