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Last 'I Love Lucy' Star Reflects on Family Legacy

10/16/2025

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Keith Thibodeaux, the last surviving star of I Love Lucy, joined the cast at age four to play Little Ricky.
He recalls Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz treating him like family and the live-performance pressure, noting Ball's high standards and Arnaz's support.
He began in entertainment by drumming at two years old, impressing Ball during an audition.

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Story summary

Keith Thibodeaux, the last surviving star of I Love Lucy, joined the cast at age four to play Little Ricky.
He recalls Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz treating him like family and the live-performance pressure, noting Ball's high standards and Arnaz's support.
He began in entertainment by drumming at two years old, impressing Ball during an audition.