Desi Arnaz

Desi Arnaz (March 2, 1917 – December 2, 1986) was a Cuban-born American musician, actor and television producer.

While he gained international renown for leading a Latin music band, the Desi Arnaz Orchestra, he is best known for his role as Ricky Ricardo on I Love Lucy, starring with then-wife Lucille Ball.

Desi Arnaz is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 29 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Lucy and Desi (2022), Judy Garland: By Myself (2004), Lucy and Desi: A Home Movie (1993), Salsa (1976), I Love Lucy (1951), The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962), The Mike Douglas Show (1961), Saturday Night Live (1975). The recorded credits span 1948 to 2025, including 6 movies and 23 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.