American singer and pianist Fats Domino is born - February 26th, 1928

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American singer and pianist Fats Domino is born - February 26th, 1928

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On this day in 1928, legendary musician Antoine "Fats" Domino Jr. was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Feb 26, 2024

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American singer and pianist Fats Domino is born - February 26th, 1928

American singer and pianist Fats Domino is born - February 26th, 1928

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