White House won't confirm Prince performed at party for Obamas

WASHINGTON -- Prince performed some of his greatest hits at a weekend White House party for President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle.

But although guests put details on social media, White House spokesman Josh Earnest is refusing to confirm the "Purple Rain" singer's attendance.

Earnest says he has no details about the private event.

A reported 500 lobbyists, corporate executives, celebrities and other guests attended.

Earnest says the Obamas threw the party "on their own dime."

The Rev. Al Sharpton tweeted Sunday after leaving the White House it was "awesome" to see Prince and Stevie Wonder together on the keyboards.