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Error: MySQL shutdown unexpectedly.
14:33:17 [mysql] This may be due to a blocked port, missing dependencies,
14:33:17 [mysql] improper privileges, a crash, or a shutdown by another method.
14:33:17 [mysql] Press the Logs button to view error logs and check
14:33:17 [mysql] the Windows Event Viewer for more clues
14:33:17 [mysql] If you need more help, copy and post this
14:33:17 [mysql] entire log window on the forums

Mine did the same thing today. I was able to fix it by doing steps 2 and 3 from this site - https://tonjoo.com/error-mysql-shutdown-unexpectedly/