Closest star to the sun

WHAT is the name of the star that is closest to the sun?

This star is called Proxima Centauri, also known as Alpha Centauri C.

It is the closest star to our solar system, and it is 4,2 light years away.

space.about.com; bigsiteofamazingfacts.com

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