Desi Arnaz

Desi Arnaz

Deceased · Born: Mar 2, 1917 · Died: Dec 2, 1986

Personal Details

BornMar 2, 1917 Santiago, Cuba
Spouse
  • Edith Eyre Skimming Mack Hirsch

    ( Mar 2, 1963 to Mar 23, 1985 )
  • Lucille Ball

    ( Nov 30, 1940 to May 16, 1961 )
Parents
  • Desiderio Alberto Arnaz II
  • Dolores de Acha
Relatives
  • Haley Arnaz (Grandchild)
  • Julia Arnaz (Grandchild)
  • Joe Luckinbill (Grandchild)
  • Simon Luckinbill (Grandchild)
  • Katharine Luckinbill (Grandchild)
  • Desiree Anzalone (Great Grandchild)

Biography

Desiderio Alberto Arnaz y de Acha III, a multifaceted and talented individual of Cuban heritage, came into this world in the year 1917, amidst the vibrant cultural landscape of the early 20th century.

With a rich and storied life that spanned nearly seven decades, Arnaz left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, music, and beyond.

Throughout his remarkable career, Arnaz wore many hats, exceling as a musician, actor, director, and producer, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and delight audiences to this very day.

Tragically, Desi Arnaz's life came to a close in 1986, leaving behind a wealth of memories, a proud legacy, and a deep sense of gratitude for the countless lives he touched and the countless moments of joy he brought to the world.

Career

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2005
Great Performances
Great Performances as Manuelito (segment "Too Many Girls") (archive footage)
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2004
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2003
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1997
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1982
The Escape Artist
The Escape Artist as Mayor Leon QuiƱones
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1957
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1956
Forever, Darling
Forever, Darling as Lorenzo Xavier 'Larry' Vega
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1954
The Long, Long Trailer
The Long, Long Trailer as Nicky Collini
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1953
I Love Lucy
I Love Lucy as Ricky Ricardo
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1951
I Love Lucy
I Love Lucy as Ricky Ricardo
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1949
Holiday in Havana
Holiday in Havana as Carlos Estrada
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1946
Cuban Pete
Cuban Pete as Desi Arnaz
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1943
Bataan
Bataan as Felix Ramirez
{"id":71226,"title":"Four Jacks and a Jill","year":"1942","character":"Steve Sarto \/ King Stephan VIII of Aregal","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/four-jacks-and-a-jill","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71226.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71226.jpg"},"released":1}
1942
Four Jacks and a Jill
Four Jacks and a Jill as Steve Sarto / King Stephan VIII of Aregal
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1941
Father Takes a Wife
Father Takes a Wife as Carlos Bardez
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1940
Too Many Girls
Too Many Girls as Manuelito Lynch
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2022
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2020
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2019
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2004
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2003
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2002
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1993
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1976
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{"id":196,"title":"Saturday Night Live","year":1975,"character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/saturday-night-live","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/r89ce0uhh4c0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/r89ce0uhh4c0.jpg"},"released":1}
1975
{"id":174226,"title":"A Star Is Born World Premiere","year":"1954","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-star-is-born-world-premiere","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174226.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174226.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
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1946
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1943
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1956
Lucy's Really Lost Moments
Lucy's Really Lost Moments as Director, Writer
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1958