1917 - 1986
Desi Arnaz was a Cuban-American actor, musician, and television producer, best known for his role as Ricky Ricardo on the groundbreaking television series "I Love Lucy." Born on March 2, 1917, in Santiago de Cuba, he co-founded Desilu Productions, which was instrumental in the production of beloved shows in the 1950s. Arnaz was a pioneer in television, recognized for his innovative use of multi-camera filming and live audience production.