Fats Domino – Savoring French Beauty

Antoine Domino Jr., a pianist and rhythm and blues singer, was a major driving influence in the development of rock & roll in the ’50s. He began playing the piano as a child prodigy at the age of seven, and by the age of ten, he was performing in New Orleans. He dropped out of school to pursue his passion for music.

Domino, popularly known as “Fats,” had major successes with hits like “Ain’t That a Shame” and “The Fat Man.” He also went on several tours and was permitted to see attractive locations, including France. This is him in a circa 1955 photo at a French beach.