Bruno “Pop N Taco” Falcon was a legendary hip-hop dancer who starred in the hit 1980s movie “Breakin’” and danced in Michael Jackson videos including “Smooth Criminal” and the short film “Captain EO.”
- Died: Saturday, July 2, 2022. (Who else died on July 2?)
- Details of death: Died at the age of 58 at his home in Long Beach, California, his family confirmed on his official Facebook page.
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Breakin’ Star
Bruno “Pop N Taco” Falcon became known for his dancing at Poly High School in Long Beach, California, where he came up with his signature pop and lock dance moves. During the 1980s dance craze, he starred in the hit 1984 film “Breakin’” and “Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo.” The movie also starred Ice-T and Adolfo “Shabba Doo” Quinones. He worked closely with superstar Michael Jackson and is credited with the iconic lean move that he can be seen doing with Michael Jackson in his music video for “Smooth Criminal.” He also appears in the Michael Jackson short films “Captain EO” and “Moonwalker.” He also worked with Janet Jackson and Madonna.
Notable Quote
“Whatever you guys want to do in your life…keep it in happiness authentically,” – He said to a fan in a Facebook video recently, according to the Long Beach Post News
Tributes to Bruno “Pop N Taco” Falcon
Full Obituary: Long Beach Post
