Lucille Désirée Ball

Born:

August 6, 1911, Jamestown, New York, USA

Died:

April 26, 1989, Los Angeles, California, USA

Nationality:

American

Profession(s):

Actress, Comedienne, Model, Film and Television Producer, Studio Executive

Early Life and Education

• Born to Henry Durrell Ball and Désirée Evelyn "DeDe" Hunt Ball.
• Briefly attended the John Murray Anderson School for the Dramatic Arts in New York City.
• Started her career as a model under the name "Diane Belmont".

Career and Major Achievements

• Began her acting career in the 1930s, appearing in various film roles, often uncredited.
• Gained prominence in radio before transitioning to television.
• Starred in the iconic television sitcom I Love Lucy (1951-1957) with her then-husband Desi Arnaz.
• Pioneered the use of multiple cameras in sitcom production.
• Established Desilu Productions with Desi Arnaz, which became a major television production company.
• Starred in The Lucy Show (1962-1968) and Here's Lucy (1968-1974) after her divorce from Arnaz.
• Later owned Lucille Ball Productions.
• The "Lucille Ball Biography DVD" and other sources cover her career extensively.

Notable Works

Legacy and Impact

Lucille Ball is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of television comedy. Her comedic timing, physical comedy skills, and groundbreaking production techniques revolutionized the sitcom format. Desilu Productions shaped the landscape of American television and she was a pioneer for women in the entertainment industry.

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