Quick Facts
Born:
1931-03-15
Birthplace:
Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
Credits:
16 Total Roles
D.J. Fontana
Acting
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Biography
Dominic Joseph Fontana (March 15, 1931 – June 13, 2018) was an American musician best known as the drummer for Elvis Presley for 14 years. In 1955, he was hired to play drums for Presley, which marked the beginning of a 15-year relationship. He played on over 460 RCA recordings with Elvis.
Known For
Elvis Presley: The Searcher
Self
Elvis '68 Comeback Special Edition
Self - Drummer
Elvis: The '68 Comeback Special
Self
Classic Albums: Elvis Presley
Self - drummer
Classic Albums
Self - drummer
The Definitive Elvis: The Television Years
Self
Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley
Self - Drums
Elvis Presley - One Night With You
Self - Player
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Elvis: A Life in Music MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2018 | Elvis: The '68 Comeback Special MOVIE | Self |
| 2018 | Elvis Presley: The Searcher TV | Self |
| 2018 | Elvis: '68 Comeback Special: 50th Anniversary Edition MOVIE | Self |
| 2012 | Tupelove MOVIE | Narrator |
| 2007 | Elvis: #1 Hit Performances MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2007 | Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2007 | Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley MOVIE | Self - Drums |
| 2006 | Elvis '68 Comeback Special Edition MOVIE | Self - Drummer |
| 2002 | Classic Albums: Elvis Presley MOVIE | Self - drummer |