Lucie Arnaz shared new insights into the moment she discovered her parents Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz were getting a divorce during a recent interview. Lucie revealed that Desi passed away in 1986, followed by Lucille in 1989. In a rare interview on CBS Sunday Morning, Lucie discussed her parents’ early Hollywood marriage, emphasizing that Desi never had affairs, but rather had encounters with women he didn’t even know. Lucie described them as “hookers” and explained that their marriage faced unique challenges that her mother understood, which kept them together for as long as they could. The couple ended their marriage and their iconic television show “I Love Lucy” in 1960 when Lucie was 8 years old. She recalled the moment she and her brother learned of their parents’ separation, with her brother questioning if the broken relationship could be fixed. Despite the initial sadness, Lucie shared that her parents were happier after the divorce, as the conflicts ceased. She also expressed her protective feelings towards her father and mentioned a People magazine cover story from 1991 where friends of Lucille Ball confirmed her enduring love for Desi Arnaz despite his infidelity. The article also included insights from Bob Weiskopf, a writer for the couple, who highlighted Desi’s perspective on his relationships with other women.
