DJ Casper, creator of the 'Cha Cha Slide,' dies at 58

DJ Casper, creator of the famous dance hit "Cha Cha Slide," has died at 58 due to cancer.

The "Cha Cha Slide" gained popularity and later became a global sensation.

DJ Casper, born Willie Perry Jr., recorded the song in the late 1990s in Chicago.

The song's simple dance steps made it a staple at weddings, parties, and school classes.

The "Cha Cha Slide" hit No. 1 on the UK charts in 2004 and remains popular in pop culture.

He encouraged those facing cancer to stay positive and keep dancing to the "Cha Cha Slide."

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