Fats Domino

Date of Birth: February 26, 1928

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Date of Death: October 24, 2017

Biography

Antoine “Fats” Domino Jr. was an American pianist and singer-songwriter who was one of the pioneers of rock and roll music. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Domino gained fame in the 1950s and 1960s with his unique blend of rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and jazz. His most famous songs include “Ain’t That a Shame,” “Blueberry Hill,” and “I’m Walkin’.” Domino’s musical style was marked by his distinctive, rolling piano style and his smooth, warm voice. Over his career, he sold more than 65 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists of his time. Domino was a humble man who preferred to stay out of the limelight, focusing instead on his family and his music. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986 and received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1987. Fats Domino remains an iconic figure in the history of American music.

5 Interesting Facts about Fats Domino

1. Fats Domino’s first hit, “The Fat Man,” is often cited as one of the first rock and roll records.

2. His song “Blueberry Hill” was a Top 10 hit and remains one of his most enduring and beloved songs.

3. Domino survived Hurricane Katrina in 2005, although his home was severely damaged.

4. He was known for his generosity and often performed benefit concerts for various causes.

5. Domino was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Bill Clinton in 1998.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Fats Domino

1. “I just play the music that I love.”

2. “Everybody started calling my music rock and roll, but it wasn’t anything but the same rhythm and blues I’d been playing down in New Orleans.”

3. “I found my thrill on Blueberry Hill.”

4. “A lot of fellows nowadays have a B.A., M.D., or Ph.D. Unfortunately, they don’t have a J.O.B.”

5. “I always liked playing music and I always wanted to be a musician.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Fats Domino’s net worth was estimated to be around $8 million.

Children

Fats Domino had eight children with his wife, Rosemary Hall. Their names are Antoine III, Anatole, Andre, Antonio, Antoinette, Andrea, Anola, and Adonica.