The Chicago DJ behind one of the most beloved dance floor hits, "Cha Cha Slide," has died at 58 years old. DJ Casper, whose real name is Willie Perry Jr., had been battling kidney and liver cancer ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- DJ Casper, the creator of the world-famous "Cha Cha Slide," was laid to rest on Saturday in the south suburbs. The family of the legendary Chicago musician invited the public to a ...

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Addy Moore learned the 'Cha-Cha Slide' by DJ Casper at daycare One evening, Alex Moore was playing with her 23-month-old daughter, Addy They were being silly and listening to nursery rhymes when all ...

DJ Casper, known for his hit song with an accompanying dance, “Cha Cha Slide,” has died at 58. Casper’s wife Kim confirmed the news to ABC7 in Chicago on Monday night, saying her husband was diagnosed ...

DJ Casper, best known for creating the hugely successful dance hit “Cha Cha Slide,” has died, according to the BBC. He was 58. Casper’s wife, Kim, told Chicago’s ABC7 — which first reported the news — ...