When was Lucille Ball born and where did she grow up?
Lucille Ball was born on the 6th of August 1911 in Jamestown, New York. She grew up in Celoron, a summer resort village on Chautauqua Lake, after her father died of typhoid fever in 1915.
Questions about Lucille Ball
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who did Lucille Ball marry and when did they divorce?
Lucille Ball married Cuban bandleader Desi Arnaz on the 30th of November 1940. They filed for divorce on the 3rd of March 1960 and finalized the divorce on the 4th of May 1960.
What business did Lucille Ball found and what shows did it produce?
Lucille Ball founded Desilu Productions, which became the first major television studio run by a woman. The company produced iconic shows including Star Trek, Mission: Impossible, and The Untouchables.
When did Lucille Ball die and what caused her death?
Lucille Ball died at 5:47 a.m. on the 26th of April 1989 from a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm. Her death occurred four weeks after her final public appearance at the 61st Academy Awards.
Why did Lucille Ball register as a Communist in 1936?
Lucille Ball registered as a Communist in 1936 due to the influence of her socialist grandfather. She later explained to HUAC that she intended to vote the Communist Party ticket at his insistence but never actually voted as a Communist.