The character Minnesota Fats was based on a real player named Rudolph Walter Wanderone JR. It is speculated since he lived in Nashville he may have visited Peoples Pool Hall on more than one occasion.
Memphis has a rich history of many things, including the pub classic Billiards. Also known as “Pool” by us common folk, Memphis was a hub for local and famous players alike. Peoples was one of the most notorious locations for those who were fascinated by the game. Whether you were a fan of the game or a competitor yourself, Peoples was the place to be. It has been open since 1904 and although it is no longer at the original location you can still stop into Peoples today and play a game of pool.
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