Iconic ‘Cha Cha Slide’ Creator DJ Casper Passes Away at 58 After Cancer Battle
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DJ Casper, the inventor of the ‘Cha Cha Slide,’ died at the age of 58 from cancer. Casper’s most recent televised interview occurred in May with ABC7’s Samantha Chatman at his house. ABC7 said that his wife, Kim, verified the news. His death cause has not been revealed. Casper, a Chicago native, revealed during the conversation that he was dealing with health issues. He pledged, though, to remain upbeat and cheerful. Casper, when asked about the ‘Cha Cha Slide,’ claimed he never dreamed it would become an international craze. Originally, I was doing it as a form of aerobic exercise for my nephew at Bally’s,” Casper explained. “And then Elroy Smith from WGCI snapped it up.”

Casper had done the line dance all over the world over the years. He noted that one of his songs has been played in stadiums across the country, including hockey, basketball, football, and baseball, as well as at the Olympic Games. “Everyone can do it.” Casper was diagnosed with cancer in 2016.”They diagnosed me with two types of cancer in 2016, renal & neuroendocrine, which affects the kidney and liver,” Casper explained. They attempted surgery but were unable to do it because the kidney was connected to the major artery, so they decided not to go ahead with it. Casper shared his battle with the dangerous illness and stated that he was having difficulty eating. He’d also started to lose a lot of weight. 

‘Cha Cha Slide’ Creator DJ Casper Dies At 58 Following A Cancer Battle

DJ Casper died at the age of 58. Willie Perry Jr., the musician’s real name, is most known for his song Cha-Cha Slide, which topped the charts when it was released in 2000. On Monday, he died, seven years after being diagnosed with cancer. In an interview earlier this year, the actor discussed his diagnosis. “The doctors diagnosed me with renal and neuroendocrine cancers, which is kidney and liver cancer,” he said. They went in to try to do surgery, but when they discovered that the kidney was attached to the major artery, they decided not to proceed. They resolved to simply treat it.” DJ Casper revealed to ABC 7 Chicago just months before his death that he had dropped weight, losing roughly 180 pounds. During the May interview, he did, however, express his determination to the publication. “If you’re familiar with me, you know I’m not going to stop,” he remarked. I’m going to keep going. I’ll keep going till I can’t anymore.” He also advised folks to keep doing the Cha-Cha Slider during difficult times in their lives. Following the news of his demise, people have paid their respects.

In the words of one Twitter user, “Your memory will live on at every family reunion, wedding, and school dance.” God rest his soul. “Thank you so much for the Cha Cha Slide.” “DJ Casper’s Cha Cha Slide brought such joy to so many,” added another. His legacy will live on through the innumerable festivities and occasions where his music continues to bring people together in dance. My sympathies to his family.” “In a song, I remember hearing at primary school discos, the cha cha slide was literally my childhood.” “Rest in peace, man,” wrote another individual in a previous tribute. Following the announcement, another user commented, “A true Chicago legend.” The Cha-Cha Slide, also known as the Casper Slide Part 2, debuted in 2000. It goes on to chart internationally in the years after its first release, peaking at number one in the UK in 2004. DJ Casper previously stated that the original version of the song was written as an aerobic exercise for a relative. It’s believed he wrote it for his nephew, who was working as a personal trainer at the time. According to legend, as the song gained popularity, he wrote a second version, which became a worldwide hit.