Now what makes you think that's what I wanted to know! And what is it?!
Happy Birthday, Vivian Vance! (July 26 1909 - August 17, 1979)
Because of her pregnancy, Lucy's dressing room was right next to the set and she had two or three dressers to help her with costume changes. One particularly quick scene called for a very fast change. Vivian had to run clear to another sound stage, which housed her dressing room, in order to change her outfit while Lucy obviously had no problem with the change. Vivian made her costume change, raced back to the stage, over cables and props, and took her place beside Lucy so they could make their entrance together. Waiting calmly, Lucy snapped, "You almost missed your cue. You're late." Taken aback, Vivian took a deep breath, turned to Lucy, and said, "I'd tell you to go f*ck yourself if Desi hadn't already taken care of that!"
- "The Other Side of Ethel Mertz"
Original caption: Captivating Charm - of Love Lucy stars was demonstrated Sunday when this unidentified little girl and about 5,000 other persons welcomed Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz at Miami International Airport. (1956)
Lucy being perfect on an episode of I've Got a Secret? (1956). [x]
Lucille Ball photographed for Forever Darling, 1956
Happy 61st Anniversary I Love Lucy!
At 9PM on Oct. 15, 1951, I Love Lucy went on the air, and has never been off since. I Love Lucy is a hit that continues to entertain millions of people the world over. Perhaps the key to its success lies within the show’s mastery of a graceful transition - from sense to nonsense. While the comic brilliance of Lucille Ball and the magic chemistry of the four main characters were cornerstones of the show, I Love Lucy owes much of its success to a behind-the-scenes band of brilliant creators. The show gave birth to the rerun; was the first to use a three-camera setup before a live audience; and overcame many technical obstacles of early TV through ingenious lighting, set design and editing.
What is 61 years, though? Let’s love Lucy forever.
Happy 61st Anniversary to I Love Lucy!
I Love Lucy first aired October 15, 1951 and still remains one of, if not, the most beloved television show of all time, still bringing laughter to fans young and old. According to ABC News and a People Magazine survey I Love Lucy was recently voted Favorite Television Show of All Time and Favorite Comedy. 61 years and still #1!
Thank you for all the laughs!
Lucy introducing Desi on an episode of I've Got a Secret? . (February 1956).
I don't want you getting any wild ideas.
Vintage footage of Lucy & Desi attending the world premiere of their third - and final - film together, Forever Darling (1956). The event was held in Jamestown, New York, Lucy's hometown. (Lucy is wearing a large white dress draped in fur of the same color; with the obvious red hair.)
When you get questions about your baby that is not a baby but cheese.