Hardcover, 286 pages
English language
Published June 13, 1996 by G. P. Putnam's Sons.
Much has been written about this famous redhead—none of it by her until now. Here is the only autobiography of one of America's most beloved stars—Lucille Ball.
Over thirty years ago, the undisputed queen of comedy sat down to record the story of her life. Lucille Ball was at the pinnacle of her success in show business, having teamed with Desi Arnaz (whom she had married in 1940) to make I Love Lucy and The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour and, after her divorce from Desi, The Lucy Show. No comedienne had made America laugh so hard, no television actress had made the leap from Ziegfeld, radio, and film to land on the nation's picture tubes with such zany style and comedic charm. Lucille Ball as Lucy Ricardo was a part of our lives then—and forty-five years later she still is.
A recently discovered treasure, LOVE, LUCY is the valentine Lucille Ball …
Much has been written about this famous redhead—none of it by her until now. Here is the only autobiography of one of America's most beloved stars—Lucille Ball.
Over thirty years ago, the undisputed queen of comedy sat down to record the story of her life. Lucille Ball was at the pinnacle of her success in show business, having teamed with Desi Arnaz (whom she had married in 1940) to make I Love Lucy and The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour and, after her divorce from Desi, The Lucy Show. No comedienne had made America laugh so hard, no television actress had made the leap from Ziegfeld, radio, and film to land on the nation's picture tubes with such zany style and comedic charm. Lucille Ball as Lucy Ricardo was a part of our lives then—and forty-five years later she still is.
A recently discovered treasure, LOVE, LUCY is the valentine Lucille Ball left for her fans—the story of the ingenue from Jamestown, New York, determined to go to Broadway, destined to make a big splash, bound to marry her Valentino, Desi Arnaz. It tells of their life together—both storybook and turbulent: intimate stories of their children and friends; wonderful backstage anectodes; the creation of the most popular show on TV; the production empire they founded; the dissolution of their marriage. And, with a heartfelt happy ending, her enduring marriage to Gary Morton.
Overflowing with energy, fun, and affection, LOVE, LUCY is a show business classic—the life of a hardworking genius, an actress, wife, and mother who uniquely integrated life and art to bring happiness to the world.
Lucille is an entertainment legend. And this gives more credit to it. A great memoir that is very giving without feeling intrusive. I walk from this feeling i know her better, and respect her more. I also feel richer as a performer with her insights and energy. If you love the show, love the woman, or just love performing arts, you're going to love this book.
