Buck and Bubbles

Buck and Bubbles were stride piano and tap dance team Ford Lee "Buck" Washington (1903-1955)and John "Bubbles" Sublett (1902-1986). The duo headlined vaudeville shows around the country, and played major venues including Radio City Music Hall and the London Palladium. Sublett was a major innovator, often referred to as the Father of Rhythm Tap. He is credited with being the first to drop his heels, whereas previous tappers stayed on their toes.