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Stranger Things finale surges Prince streams and theater box office
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The series finale of Netflix's Stranger Things, released on New Year's Eve, featured pivotal uses of Prince's 'When Doves Cry' and 'Purple Rain,' leading to a dramatic boost in the artist's Spotify streams. The two-hour episode also drew strong theater attendance, earning between $25 million and $28 million domestically. Creators Matt and Ross Duffer discussed the challenges of securing the songs and the ambiguous fate of key character Eleven.
Jellybean Johnson, the pioneering drummer for Prince-affiliated band The Time and a key figure in the Minneapolis Sound, has died at age 69. His passing on November 21, 2025, was confirmed by family, with no cause disclosed. Tributes from collaborators highlight his talent and warmth.