THE music world is mourning the loss of the legendary DJ Casper.
The iconic musician, who created the Cha Cha Slide, has passed away aged just 58.
Who was DJ Casper?
DJ Casper – real name Willie Perry Jr – was an iconic songwriter and DJ.
The late star was known as “Casper” due to frequently being clad in all white attire on stage.
In 2016 he revealed he had been diagnosed with kidney and liver cancer, and sadly passed away from the disease on August 7, 2023.
Perry previously told ABC7 he was having trouble eating, and losing a lot of weight.
“I used to weigh 236 pounds, and I think I’m about 60 pounds less,” he said.
“If you know me, you know I’m not going to stop. I’m going to continue to go. I’m going to continue to go until I can’t go.”
Where is DJ Casper from?
Born on May 31, 1965, DJ Casper was from Chicago.
He grew up in the Englewood, and this is where he got his first taste for music.
In fact it it was there that DJ Casper’s famous Cha Cha Slide song was picked up by Elroy Smith at Chicago’s radio station, WGCI-FM.
When did DJ Casper release Cha Cha Slide?
DJ Casper came up with the infamous Cha Cha Slide – one of the most popular line dances in history.
It was released in August 2000, and spent five weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
It continued to be a hit around the world for four years – topping the UK Singles Chart in March 2004.
“When I first did it, I did it as an aerobic exercise for my nephew at Bally’s,” DJ Casper said.
“From there, it just took off.
“I have one of the biggest songs that played at all stadiums – hockey, basketball, football, baseball, they played it at the Olympics.
“It was something that everybody could do.”
What was DJ Casper’s net worth?
DJ Casper accumulated a lot of money during his life.
He leaves behind an estimated net worth of $1.6M.
Perry’s fortune was mainly made through his famous Cha Cha Slide song.
Who is DJ Casper’s wife Kim?
The talented star leaves behind his beloved wife Kim.
She was the one who confirmed that he tragically lost his battle with the disease on August 7, 2023.
Kim revealed he passed away with his loved ones by his side.