Fred Charlie

Cajun Musician

Fred was born in Chataignier, Louisiana on October 5, 1948. Currently, he resides in Eunice, Louisiana. Fred belongs to a Cajun band, "Fred Charlie and the Acadiana Cajuns." He speaks and sings in both Cajun French and English. The band of Cajun musicians has performed in the five-state area and in France, and also in festivals, at restaurants, and private engagements. They have won the 1991 Heritage Award and the 1997 "Continuous Contributions to the Cajun Culture and Music" award.