## The Charming King of Rock ‘n’ Roll
Fats Domino was the most consistent and charming pioneer of the rock and roll era. With his New Orleans piano style and his warm, easy-going vocals, he turned ‘Blueberry Hill’ and ‘Ain’t That a Shame’ into global standards. He was a man of the people, deeply connected to his hometown, and he navigated his massive success with a humble smile and a silver-sparkle piano.
## October 24, 2017
At the age of 89, Fats Domino passed away peacefully at his home in New Orleans. He had survived the devastation of Hurricane Katrina years earlier, which had momentarily made the world fear they had lost him. His death was a quiet conclusion to a life that had brought so much joy to so many. He was a survivor, a legend, and a true gentleman of the music world.
## I Found My Thrill… Forever
Fats’ legacy is one of pure musical joy and rhythmic consistency. He proved that you could be a rock star without the angst or the drama. His influence on the sound of New Orleans and the development of rock and roll is immeasurable. Fats Domino is gone, but the ‘Blueberry Hill’ he sang about still feels like a place we can all visit through his music. The Fat Man has found his thrill in the stars.