The musician was diagnosed with kidney and liver cancer in 2016.
“Casper was a fun-loving, giving person,” she said in a statement to the connection.
“He was a genuine, family oriented man.
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He loved Chicago with all his heart.
He will be greatly missed.”
Representatives for DJ Casper did not immediately respond to EW’s request for comment.
The song was originally released under the title “Casper Slide Pt.
At some Chicago gigs, Casper started receiving requests to play the song.
Records which helped to share the infectious dance tune with the world.
By 2004, “Cha Cha Slide” was topping dance charts internationally.
Casper was also known for performing the song at cancer charity events in Chicago.
So, keep on doing the ‘Cha Cha Slide.'”
