Cat Glover, Prince's Dynamic Dancer and Choreographer, Dies at 62

Photo Credit: Facebook/Official Cat Glover

Cat Glover, a dancer, singer, and choreographer best known for her collaborations with Prince during the late 1980s, has died. She was 62.

Rest in peace Cat Glover 💜 pic.twitter.com/TYEOhNOd8H

— Prince Museum (@PrinceMuseum) September 25, 2024

Her death was announced on her official Facebook page Monday night. “It’s with great sadness that we formally announce the passing of Catherine Vernice Glover- AKA ‘Cat,’” the post read. “Please allow her children, family, and friends privacy at this difficult time.” No cause of death was disclosed, but a further statement is expected to be released.

Born Catherine Vernice Glover on July 23, 1962, in Chicago, Glover began dancing at age 5. She rose to fame in 1986 as part of the dance duo Pat & Cat on the TV talent show "Star Search," where the pair made history as the first act to earn a perfect four-star score.

Although Glover was offered a backup dancer role by David Bowie, she chose to work with Prince, a decision that defined her career. Glover became a key figure in Prince's performances during his Sign o’ the Times and Lovesexy tours, contributing vocals, dancing, and choreography. She famously performed the rap on Prince’s hit “Alphabet St.” and appeared in several of his music videos and the 1987 concert film "Sign o’ the Times."

Cat Glover has passed away. 💔

One of the most memorable members of any of his 80s bands. #Lovesexy is one of my favorite #Prince albums.

We all love Cats raps during her time + her part in the SOTT/Lovesexy Band.

We Wish U Heaven, #CatGlover. 🕊️🙏🏾
“CAT! WE NEED U 2 RAP!” 🎤🖤 pic.twitter.com/tUlefY6iH7

— Eulonzo (@Eulonzo) September 25, 2024

In a 2018 interview, Glover said she left Prince’s group in 1989 as he focused on creating the "Batman" soundtrack. Despite parting ways, Glover remained active in the entertainment industry, continuing to choreograph and perform. 

Reflecting on Prince’s death in a 2016 interview with The Crusader, Glover shared that Prince had reached out to her while she was recovering from a health issue. “He had my back,” Glover said. “He was there all the time."