Flashdance dancer 'Frosty Freeze' dies

Last updated 12:28 04/04/2008

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Hip-hop dance pioneer Wayne Frost, who sparked a worldwide breakdancing craze after his performance in the 1983 hit film Flashdance, has died at age 44.

Frost, also known as Frosty Freeze, died at Mount Sinai Medical Center, news agency Associated Press reported, following a long illness.

He toured the world with his dance group Rock Steady Crew, alongside other hip-hop stars, including Fab 5 Freddy, Futura 2000 and Kool Lady Blue.

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