Fats Domino: Rock and Roll Pioneer Dies at 89

Fats Domino was an American pianist and singer. Born Antoine Domino Jr. on February 26, 1928, in New Orleans, he lived there nearly his whole life.

He sold over 65 million records and had hits including "Ain't That a Shame," "Blueberry Hill" and "I'm Walkin'." He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986 as one of the first class and received the National Medal of Arts.

He was rescued from his flooded home during Hurricane Katrina. Domino died in Harvey, Louisiana, on October 24, 2017, at age 89.

Achievements: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1986), National Medal of Arts.

Birth: February 26, 1928 - New Orleans, Louisiana.

Profession: Pianist and singer.

Interesting Facts: He had 11 gold records.