Fats Domino

Antoine "Fats" Domino Jr. (1928-2017) was an American pianist and singer-songwriter who played a major role in the development of rock and roll music. He was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he began playing piano at a young age and was heavily influenced by the city's vibrant music scene.

Domino's influence on rock and roll music was significant, and he was one of the first African American musicians to achieve crossover success on the pop charts. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986, and his music continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by fans around the world.