Lucille Ball Gets a Surprise Visit From Her Son, Desi Arnaz Jr. | Carson Tonight Show

[@kayhayes7005]

I love how her whole demeanor changed when she saw her son. That's love.❤

[@Yobbie72]

she lit up like a Christmas tree!

[@jamespfitz]

That's a BOSS

[@audreypremetz8159]

One of A kind!

[@georgedarragh1774]

@@audreypremetz8159 Hello👋 i hope you’re safe over there? I pray this year brings prosperity and happiness love 💕all over the world🌍 I’m from Canada🇨🇦 currently in Key West Florida and you where are you from if i may ask?

[@annreiter284]

But there is clear tension in the body language.. She crosses her legs away from him and points her body AWAY from him. Serious issues in their relationship.

[@arlettedumais5776]

The genius of Johnny Carson is that he let his guests take center stage. It wasn't about him, the focus was on the person sitting in that seat. He handled her quips gracefully, and kept the conversation flowing. He was, and remains, the undisputed master of late night. Lucy's banter with him seems based on years of friendship between two comedians. But we're also looking at an aging Lucy - less filters, blunt answers. Still, she is a beloved legend, as is Johnny. Forever in our hearts! ❤

[@TinCupChalice40]

Very well said. She was and will remain an unreachable icon. Never again will there be such a true legend.

[@americanswan]

Now, the industry is so different. Lucy was not only an actress, she was the head of her own film studio after Dezi left it to her. She was "The Boss". She didn't stop being The Boss when she came to Johnny's show. She knew the industry better than anyone. She was intelligent, funny, kind, and tough as nails. She had to be.

[@LJ-ht4zs]

Desi did not "leave it to her". He asked her to buy him out - at that time the stocks were down and losing money. She bought him out for 2.5 million (fair price for the deal). Several years later the stock value was rising and Paramount bought Desilu for 17 mllion, Lucy netted 10 million. All and all Desi had 20 million at the end of his life and Lucy had 40 million. I think the major difference was that Desi gambled a lot. He left his money to his two children; 250 thousand to his mother, who lived two years beyond him. Lucy's money was divided up between her two children and her husband Gary Morton (married almost 30 years).

[@LJ-ht4zs]

Desi did not leave it to her, he was tired of it all and she bought him out. She was, at that time, acting and producing The Lucy Show, as well as being the Head of Desilu Studios.

[@LJ-ht4zs]

Desi did not leave it to her - she bought him out - because of his drinking he was not making good decisions and Desilu was losing money. After running it a few years (green lit Mission Impossible and Star Trek) she was able to sell it for 17 million dollars.

[@henry12397]

If there were only 50 people annointed as the most interesting and popular personality of the last 70 plus years, we ALL know that Lucille Ball would be on that list and perhaps at the very very top ! There were very few personalities who could come close or compete with Lucy, as We all loved Lucy then and now!!!

[@LJ-ht4zs]

@@henry12397 I agree I loved Lucy decades ago and still love her today

[@narrowgate528]

Boy, Johnny could take a punch! He never shut down even when he was being repeatedly backhanded. He was a class act.

[@r3b3lvegan89]

It’s called respect

[@c.rutherford]

He had a wonderful talent for letting the guest have the spotlight, and I've seen times where he would jump in and help them out of any awkward moment. It seems that he understood it was a big deal to many people's careers to be on his show and wanted it to be a good memorable experience for them.

[@davidvalensi8616]

He got even.

[@honey-feeney9800]

I just realized as I’m watching this clip that I’m smiling and thinking how great it is to have grown up in the 60s and 70s. For I few moments I didn’t think about COVID 19. Thank you for the break from all my worry .

[@autumnjames7950]

Well, I don’t wanna think about it. I’m black.

[@ishikawa1338]

Its a hoax fake weak common flu virus. U sheep

[@Kingrex22]

honey-- feeney you are right.

[@larrypowell3849]

We did grow up in a different world! I truly miss those times....

[@lydialily846]

mr anderson Tell that to all the ppl who can’t even bury their dead ,,, Cop on ... U obviously haven’t a clue what you’re tlkn about , U call us Sheep 🐑 Well id rather be a sheep any day than a JACKASS ,,,

[@user-if4df7lk1z]

Nothing makes a mother any happier than seeing her children!!!

[@gloriagoldstein887]

Unless they decide not to speak to their parents any longer. I consider my oldest dead!!! Not nice to say but true.

[@KairuHakubi]

You know she refused to do another TV show unless her kids could be in it with her.

[@siggylloyd3566]

@@gloriagoldstein887 i feel unbelievably sad for you. what a fucking attitude to have about your kid.

[@earthangel8730]

I disagree. Some mothers are more than mothers with a variety of passions. A loving relationship encourages this. No martyrs.

[@ddanelle4729]

Her whole demeanor lit up during her son's appearance. Great to see.

[@denisetapia3537]

Lucy is gone but not forgotten. She still has her reruns, still running for like 66 years. No other shows have done that.

[@Tarheel13]

Denise Tapia I still watch it.

[@denisetapia3537]

Me too. She’s still Queen if TV.

[@zoeyrochellezhombie829]

I don't know if the production companies still have the licenses to the themes.

[@Heart.SoulfulIndian]

Is there some KZbin channel where one can see entire episodes of all seasons ? If it's been running that long must have had many episodes.

[@pamkay8666]

@Steve Kay No match.

[@ninabenitez6168]

Wow he looks just like his dad. ❤ she looks so happy when she saw him

[@OliviaHarlan]

She revealed much in one interview. Desi Jr looks SO much like his dad. I do miss this format and Ms Ball was a legend.

[@musicisgoodforthesoul999]

He's really cute here.... Cute smile 😍

[@jasonpalacios2705]

Not only look like his Dad but sounds like him too.

[@mysilentprayersalways1913]

@Fig Newton Her Death crushed me. I was taking the children to school when I heard, when I got to my sisters house we both cried.

[@davidthompson3136]

@Fig Newton He was a player. Not worth remembering. Lucy was the star.

[@carolynkingsley-taylor6864]

Go hi nbl jojo moo not o

[@SweetBluebonnet]

And all of these years later we still love Lucy.

[@barbkeen1221]

And we will forever because she's timeless! ❤❤❤

[@pulsarstargrave256]

We still love Lucy but WOW, the stories about her being domineering are true! She practically commands the interview! But hey, with as successful a career as she's had in Radio, Film and Television, both as a performer and producer, who can say she was wrong? Not me.

[@nunya9540]

🥰

[@randygreen007]

Honey B. ❤️

[@lindajackson1031]

Yesssss

[@daisymay9203]

I love her dual personality she can flip from serious and blunt to witty and sarcastic it shows a strong women who’s taking no crap it also shows a women who may have been scared to fall out of the spotlight and recognition. I also respect her opinion on girls being taken advantage off purely for the status of “showbizz”

[@pvtnboy6777]

It shows intelligence.

[@stidwell91]

Just as "man" = one, "woman" = one. Just as "men" = two or more, "women" = two or more.

[@osmos2017]

She had bipolar

[@r3b3lvegan89]

It’s not a personality “change” it’s just she’s very wise and understood “all that glitters ain’t gold” which is all Hollywood sells and sexism greed and toxicity.

[@jaiyabyrd4177]

It's 2022 and what Lucille Ball said back in the 70s still applies today.

[@SweetStephee]

Now it's 09/03/2024 & still applies❤

[@StonyRC]

Lucille Ball was an incredibly smart and savvy Lady in a male dominated business. She literally carved out a place for herself and made a stunning impact on US showbiz.

[@thetruthhurts6652]

Kevin Kelley I worked in an organization of half men and half women for 25 years and I never saw a woman surprised. They had director jobs and pay was equal. The top dog was always a man but that’s because no women applied for that job. Also, if I had to count I had women pinch my ass many times and never saw a man do that. I don’t know what all the fuss is. Maybe it’s different in the USA.

[@jimboslice9472]

I always wondered how Lucy played a rambling idiot all those years,,,, yeah, she wasn't playing

[@ms.sonshine8878]

Her ex was the genius behind the business.

[@joe-vz6hx]

@@jimboslice9472 glasses houses jimmy. say hi to the kids on the short bus for us.

[@joe-vz6hx]

I doubt she did it literally. pretty sure she never wielded a knife to get ahead in the business.

[@AndreaVLopez87]

Love when she was talking about exploitation in show business: "They'd rather work than be an unemployed actor. I'd rather be an unemployed gas employee" so smart and classy. Rarity nowadays.

[@gabehills2489]

An unemployed employee?

[@mentalalchemy4819]

@@gabehills2489 You are one step closer to getting the joke lol

[@KatzMeow268]

She was truly a legend and absolutely unforgettable. All you have to say is "Lucy" and everyone knows who you're talking about. A lot of people don't know that in addition to being a terrific comedic actress, she was a very savvy businesswoman and progressive female for her generation. There will never be another one like her.

[@bessiedixon6698]

@goldenhawk H ok b

[@May52525]

Notice how Johnny let's people talk. Something modern day talk show host could learn from

[@LuisA-fc3ox]

Great comment. I immediately reach for the remote when interviewers interrupt.

[@nyawaraga123]

Well I feel the Jimmy’s, Colbert, and Stewart are real good at letting people talk. Trevor is 2/3 of the time real good at it too

[@dorisgreer7221]

@@nyawaraga123 a lam

[@peytonmarceaux8788]

@@LuisA-fc3ox crucible

[@sandymileski5486]

Dick Cavett was another host that would allow his guests to complete a sentence.

[@constanceescobar58]

I've loved Lucy my entire life. I don't care what anyone thinks of that.

[@MiamiReviewNews]

So do I, still watch the tapes at night

[@catherinegrace2366]

I’m so happy you enjoyed her. I’m a huge fan too. I had no idea she took a stand for children who are exploited - wow! I really appreciate that. Lecturing Johnny Carson no less. Her son looked fantastic. Looked clean and sober. That’s impressive in Hollyweird.

[@lamontmcdowell9380]

Constance Escobar well said

[@constanceescobar58]

Catherine Grace Hey, it’s only natural as I was born in Hollywood Community. We’re all people after all.

[@catherinegrace2366]

Constance Escobar how many children of actors get in to trouble though. That was my point. Hollywood has little respect for children I’ve noticed.

[@awesomegrace222]

Why I Love Lucy...that incredible genuine laugh. She acts all tough then the child comes out and she claps and laughs like a 5 year old. I do love Lucy.💜💜💜

[@rebeccaofpollywogflatts8976]

I love Lucy too !

[@Lees706]

Stars like Lucille Ball will never be duplicated. The so called Hollywood Stars today could never come close.

[@melodyrogers9473]

Right actors today lack class and respect. The older stars will always be around to watch. The new ones forgotten like they weren't even here.

[@leonablackwell4907]

@penny millerSome not many

[@leonablackwell4907]

@You Wish ?

[@Lees706]

Think Tank Lucille Ball could dance and sing make you laugh and also play serious rolls in movies. Name one Hollywood actor that started out within the last twenty years can make that claim.

[@mikeburbank8240]

Lees706 yup

[@terrencegriffin6812]

I felt like I was listening to one of my Aunts talking to me..the Wisdom and Sincerity of her words is powerful.

[@robertkabatoff817]

Shows like this are sad and happy to see. My mom and dad were still alive and everything was good. I felt safe just knowing that they were there and when they said 'don't worry' about things...I didn't . I miss you guys so much, but love you more...

[@paulaslife3781]

Robert Kabatoff I know exactly what you mean😞

[@mojamurphy4905]

Was thinking about that today. How relaxed and comfy I was. Now I'm grown....😣

[@lindahandley5267]

@Robert, me too. You're making me cry.

[@oliverv291]

So true Robert, I feel that way about my Grandparents such kind people , I remember as a kid and teenager being at their house watching all the classic TV shows of the 1970s ...the world felt safer for some reason

[@nunya9540]

Omg I post something similar to your comment on another channel good to know others felt that way too the good ole days

[@alittlewheiser521]

She was ONE OF A KIND for sure! So much talent, so funny and beauty to boot!

[@LVPB]

Man do I wish the world could go back to the time of Johnny Carson

[@brayb9834]

Me too!!!!!!!!! I think about that all the time.

[@kookooaju]

I grew up in the 70s and it was a magical time. The world seemed like a safer and warmer place during that period. I long for those days. Best years of my life.

[@brayb9834]

@@kookooaju same here Keith...

[@monicamurray5012]

I feel the same way. Miss all the old stars including Johnny Carson

[@theresaguzman1745]

But by the end he was tired and done with the whole thing he just wanted his privacy

[@payvibaby]

I loved watching such a natural mother-son interaction live on late night tv.

[@c.rutherford]

Her son was very quick and looked like he had years of experience in managing his (sometimes difficult) mom, though they probably argued a lot. Liked the "So tell me with whom are you in love with today?" "no one. Only you!" lol I noticed the repeated "I'm working very hard" it sure looks like Lucy was the type that expected her kids not to laze around and to earn their bread. I could be wrong!

[@route1666]

My mother would let me stay up and watch Johnny with her when I was around 10 or so..I wish I could do that again... Great times 💕

[@brayb9834]

Same here : (

[@kookooaju]

Me too

[@ziadbassaj7761]

Me three with my dad, I was 13. We grew up in Wonderful times didn’t we?

[@staciechapman9405]

Yes, I miss doing that on Friday nights 😭

[@annierossi3589]

I remember my parents letting me stay up & watch Johnny with them. I distinctly remember the big rainbow colored curtain behind him!

[@michelem7986]

Wow! Lucy really held Johnny Carson to boundaries and standards she had established. I've never seen a guest be so bold.

[@roseannmiller3877]

It’s a tough business & Lucy was ini it so long she learned to be tough to survive

[@georgedarragh1774]

Hello👋 i hope you’re safe over there? I pray this year brings prosperity and happiness love 💕all over the world🌍 I’m from Canada currently in Key West Florida and you where are you from if i may ask?

[@jakevendrotti1496]

Then, as now, and CEO or high school girl, it's imperative for women of all ages and stations to say out loud, confidently, and without necessarily yelling, simply: "Don't touch me." Or "Don't touch me like that."

[@gorgeous6737]

She was Queen. She earn it And we Love her

[@Breggle]

You can keep loving her, Clarence. She was just teasing him.

[@MetalHeadforChrist]

my mom's cuzzin is Lucille Balls secretary , we got to go see alot of shows live as a kid . It was cool.

[@vickyblankenship8368]

MetalHeadforChrist Oh how fun! You were so lucky. What wonderful memories.

[@MetalHeadforChrist]

@@TT-rz5td have no life , just like cutting ppl down to make urself feel better. There was really no reason for that comment.

[@alexandraw887]

@@TT-rz5td That was rude!

[@desiray4524]

How memorable!! Ehat a blessing!! I loved her!!

[@JR-zm2yu]

Very cool.👍👍💜🙏

[@georgepenaloza1770]

There's nobody that can hold a candle to Johnny Carson he was the epitome of a talk show host there will be nobody like Johnny Carson ever he was so funny in a natural way

[@47imagine]

Oh come on, Chevy Chase was right up there.

[@mariposamichelleable]

I enjoy watching these look back in time. People were more cultured, she is being genuine. Listen to her morality about porn. Johnny isn't taking all over her- there's an actual conversation. Rip Johnny, Ed, and Lucy. Glad I grew up with this show.

[@queerlibtardhippie9357]

cultured and well mannered aren't the same thing

[@moulthrop535]

Okay Boomer to everyone in this comment chain

[@mariposamichelleable]

@@queerlibtardhippie9357 cultured is a synonym for well mannered.

[@ataraw.6142]

No late night bullshit politics it was pure entertainment that people needed right before they went to sleep. Johnny Carson was in National Treasure. He allowed is guests to shine he was decent didn't get involved in anything controversial it was just easy to watch it didn't excite. all the shows late night shows I haven't watched in years especially the last three and a half years. these late night talk show hosts are no longer ent entertainers but are shills of the left

[@agneslocke1559]

@@ataraw.6142 awe S

[@kathrynmolesa1641]

Lucy once said she had her kids on the series to keep an eye on them and out of trouble. They turned out to be wonderful adults.

[@melissaallen3918]

@Kathryn Molesa I love Lucy & Desi & wished they could have stayed together. If you google, you will see that their son had a child, I think, when he was 15. We will never know what arrangements were made at that time (I was not alive then), but in finding this out recently, I was surprised. They hid it well. That baby daughter grew up to have challenging experiences & is now a mother herself. That young daughter which would be Desi Jr's. granddaughter/Desiree is now being photographed & compared to Lucille Ball as Lucy was a model & iconic beauty. It appears that Desi Jr. at some point got in touch with his daughter. No family is perfect & there are a great deal of things that we never really know about anyone....which is not to say that they are or are not wonderful adults...just that no family is picture perfect or completely wonderful as we are all imperfect. ---------"Daughter at 15 Desi Arnaz Jr. was a problematic boy. His celebrity parents lived their own life, and despite being treated “like a real son” on a TV show, the boy experienced little attention. Music and drugs played an integral part in his teenage life. Under the influence of the trendy dangers and due to the lack of attention, Desi Arnaz Jr. became a father to his daughter, Julia, at 15. He was immediately limited from his girlfriend, and it wasn’t until 1990 when he officially assured via the DNA test that Julia was his daughter." Desi Arnaz Jr. in his own words/interview: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHyymqGGh9agbKs My thoughts: Life is challenging for everyone, but sometimes we all become tooooo self-absorbed. I always wonder why someone who has every opportunity, who never has to worry about money, never has to worry about health insurance or clothes, food, paying bills, paying for college or paying for anything...doesn't help others. Think about helping others & making a difference for others & in turn yourself by helping others. There are so many people who never have financial freedom or security, but also volunteer & make a difference. It seems that many people are their own worst enemy.

[@dadafish1]

All three were molested

[@rhuttrho88]

@@melissaallen3918 one reason is we have people who literally went to college and have a career for that purpose of helping people. No need for everyone to get involved. It's like to many chiefs and not enough indians. They know where to get help. Every urban city has places to help. People havecto want help, and use the programs to get back independent. Or become independent for the first time in their lives.

[@jusrayne]

@@dadafish1 wow!!! I know a lot of kids in the industry are surrounded by pedophiles so if it happens I wouldn't be surprised.. Look at the joke Johnny Carson made in this clip about getting a ride from desi clearly he made a sexual reference

[@weirdead829]

@@dadafish1 all 3 who

[@dualityofman1253]

She was 63 years old here & tough as nails. She comes off as difficult, but I'm sure she had her reasons. RIP Lucille Ball. You brought me so much joy when I was a kid.

[@sharylvaler17]

Man Lucy had beauty beyond her years

[@cathycollins9538]

She seems rude and hateful to me.

[@dualityofman1253]

@@cathycollins9538 I agree somewhat with you, but she was also a lot older here (grouchy). And she lived through a different era which wasn't too kind to women, especially in the Showbiz industry. I think of her as one of the pioneers of women's rights in Hollywood. She eventually became co-owner of Desilu Productions and was the first woman to head a production studio. The original show "Star Trek" would've never happened if not for her. She fought for it as long as she could afford to. She was a very strong minded person.

[@cherylsiegelman7134]

@@cathycollins9538 I only saw humor

[@cathycollins9538]

@@cherylsiegelman7134 ok

[@Weekend658]

Her entire attitude changed when her son came in. He’s the favorite 🤣

[@Skeptigal1]

Because he looks just like Desi...

[@daniellefrank007]

She's never comfortable in interviews by herself. She's only really enjoyable when it's fiction

[@rebeccastratton8718]

Looks like zac efforn lol

[@ericbrett3095]

Even today, decades after her passing, I still love Lucy. Her show was the best television will ever produce.

[@PeridotLioness85]

Desi Jr. looks like his dad. Very handsome.

[@Skeptigal1]

CLONE

[@joyandpeace6885]

Agree!

[@paulwatsonLN]

I used to fall asleep as a kid to my mom and dad laughing while watching Johnny Carson...what a great moment in time.

[@dbuglove537]

Me too! Great comforting childhood memories!

[@ccchag6087]

Johnny was a class act. Supporting his guests making them look good no matter their demeanor at the time.

[@johnlopez4730]

She was a tough cookie but she meant well and did a lot of good things sometimes trying to fight the studios to get things done back when women controlling a studio was so difficult.

[@Thicknesswithaquickness]

She's why star trek is a thing

[@mariestoeberl9373]

She was so talented but she was a tough turkey!

[@christineperez7562]

She was the first woman to run a major studio production. She is responsible for Star Trek, Mission Impossible, and Andy Griffith.

[@SKtube0]

What an icon. She was hilarious on her show and throughout her career, but everybody in the biz back then knew she was one tough lady who wouldn't be pushed around and worked her ass off of for her success. So much respect for her considering the era.

[@carolludlow3386]

In any era but I understand why you said considering the era

[@vincentnichols402]

She is the first lady of telivision comedy

[@SKtube0]

@@carolludlow3386 Yeah, meant no disrespect..far from it. That era was all old white men who signed women as objects and once they weren't relevant...out they went with a new gal in place without skipping a beat. Lucille Ball not only had talent but the smarts to make a seat for herself at the big table where decisions were made. Such swagger.

[@carolludlow3386]

Oh I know you didn't mean any disrespect hon when I started writing that reply I didn't think about what you meant by that era then it dawned on me and you're totally right about that era

[@maryannc76]

I haven't seen her outside of I love Lucy so seeing her speak here is completely different from her character. Respect!

[@billlozier5551]

"Don't touch me"..boy Lucy was certainly a diva. She knew who she was. Seems like she raised her kids right too! I love Lucy.

[@1justice2012]

Looks like she was kidding.

[@Oldbutschooled]

Divas die just like the rest of use!

[@billlozier5551]

@@Oldbutschooled wow, where did that come from? ...noone said Lucy was a goddess. Chill man.

[@elvicare35]

And Johnny's SUPER classic response(s)!!!!!!!!

[@ForUsNaturals]

Nope. Her son was a womanizer and dead beat dad.

[@mattboland5221]

Lucy's strength really comes through her presence in interacting with people, encompassing a razor sharp wit that even stuns the great Johnny Carson. She's earned the respect to be the greatest! Thank you Lucy for allowing us to find laughter even in dark times. We All ❤ Lucy! ⚘ RIP

[@jakevendrotti1496]

Hear hear! Well said 👍

[@505productions4]

She was rude to everyone

[@cyndyrob350]

I love this woman. And I admire the way she raised her kids. She didn’t let someone else do it for her. It shows right here the bond they have. She was a nice human being. You are still loved and missed Lucy.

[@foofookachoo1136]

cyndy rob No no-- Haven't u read that nannies mainly brought the kids up??!! And I've read accounts of many many actors that worked with her that it was a nightmare to work with her!! Personally, I love "I Love Lucy" show but not her as a person. Also read that the people working in Lucy's home felt very sorry for her kids because she was either distant toward them or was mean to them. NOT a nice person!!!!!!

[@Melinda8162]

@@foofookachoo1136 Well yeah...but she sure left them multi-millionaires and neither one of them were that successful on their own. Must be nice.. don't care how 'crabby' she can be!!! 😆 Would love to be her daughter.

[@andrewthornhill7042]

cyndy rob I don't think 'nice' is the right word for Lucy. As a producer - and a woman- in the 1960s and 1970s she had to be tough. And so she was. Toughness in a woman then bred no real friendships and apart from Vivian Vance and perhaps a couple of others within the industry, these were thin on the ground. Talented, reliable, honest, a good mother yes; but not 'nice'.

[@darnellanders8768]

she was down to earth ...never vain and decided to age gracefully without botox facelifts. she was the best and so loving but as U said tough, she was persistence to make things happen. i loved her like i loved my mom, she reminds me of my mom as she grew older. she loved her kids unconditionally.

[@dennishalford5763]

@@foofookachoo1136 It pains me to say it because I was once a huge Lucy fan, but I'm afraid you are correct. I even went to Lucy's memorial mass years ago in Beverly Hills. Lucie Arnaz came in with Carol Burnett and went into the family pew just in front of me. Since that time, though, I have read many negative accounts of Lucille Ball. Several years ago, a memoir came out written by a man who had been Lucille Ball's personal assistant for several years. In it, he gives an account of how Desi Jr. at dinner one night was excited about telling his mother about a church he had found and joined because it was helping him very much with his drug problem. Lucy's personal assistant said he felt very bad for Desi Jr. because his mother wasn't at all interested in hearing about it and changed the subject. Another time, Lucie Arnaz on a talk show made the comment that she found it difficult to understand how someone (meaning her mother) could so often talk about how badly she wanted children and how many years she had waited to have them and then, after having two, could so easily leave them with hired help and go back to work. This was an honest comment by Lucie Arnaz, yet she was criticized for making it. I cannot help but notice that Lucie Arnaz did not then do to her own children by repeating what she had so disliked her mother having done to her and to her brother. She gave up her career to stay home with her children. She said she wanted to be home with them not just physically, but emotionally as well. One has to respect her very much for this. I certainly do.

[@vistulagibsoncooper2420]

"DESI ARNAZ JR, WOW!" SO CUTE! TIGER BEAT HEART THROB!! SO CUTE!!!!

[@Teewriter]

Vistula Gibson Cooper tiger beat 😂😂

[@ClueSign]

Dino Desi and Billy xo

[@barbibutton9619]

Ha!! I used to beg at the A&P to buy one when mom was buying groceries

[@beckypeters5449]

@@barbibutton9619 me too

[@MA-xg2wp]

I didn't have a TB crush then, but seeing the poor son here yeah, I think he's solid..

[@margaretlouiseable]

She was my Mom's generation. I loved her to pieces.

[@maxineezell7970]

The delite of rerun tv...I love Lucy....

[@JackiePhillipsTheSocialPet]

Love the relationship between Lucy and Desi. You can see the love and respect they have for each other.

[@solsrescueable]

When celebrities had morals. I still love Lucy ❤

[@godallowsuturns679]

Sara Crewe let’s just say that most of them new how to be respectful in public and what they did behind closed doors was not our problem.

[@christineszumowski9474]

Lucy is great. Always will be

[@SandyWolf-]

I love Lucy too!

[@lindseycarribean5113]

Not Desi Arnaz father...

[@ritaokigbo1297]

I Love Lucy, Lucille Ball a great pro.

[@jcee6886]

Friends talk like that to each other. And yes she was tough that's why she was so immensely successful . Great performer and business person.

[@Magnetron33]

Desi was a great mind as well. Filmed with multiple cameras and secured the rights to the film

[@Abu333ful]

Exactly that's what most people don't understand friends not acquaintances will joke around it means friendship is an UNCONDITIONAL love . People today way way way to sensitive that's why people should find like minded people

[@jcee6886]

@@Magnetron33 agreed.

[@gailporter5095]

Sir Les. ,

[@phiyadouglas]

Its beautiful to see how she lit up like sunshine when she saw her son.

[@louieflash7190]

Johnny and Lucy are 2 of the best at making people laugh. They are so missed.

[@poppyseed389]

"please don't touch me Johnny" 😂 the way that line was delivered cracked me up

[@bernieweber4663]

Funnier after holding hands with Ed which Johny had brought up.

[@cocoaorange1]

But she was touching him.

[@Stevie-hn7mp]

Here’s Johnny ❤️❤️we miss these people. They had class unlike the actors or host today.

[@inthesun3884]

When Hollywood parenting included morals. I miss Lucy.

[@britjj5126]

Oh puhleeze morals and Hollywood in the same sentence is a laugh 😂 There were some exceptions but back then parenting fails were hidden from the public. It was not the era of Instagram, zoom lens paparazzi shots etc. Hollywood had the mystic of being classy in the 50s but there’s always been a seedy undercurrent.

[@jessicafrazier5568]

@@britjj5126 Lol... I agree!

[@robinparker6492]

I miss her too, lovely💖🙏🦋

[@asmith115]

Back then i do believe some Hollywood parents did have morals or at least spoke on morals and did LB kids do nude scenes none that i can recall. There was a lot of creepy stuff going on anytime when people have power and money. But look at today's Hollywood. You do not hear one really speak of morals. Only virtual signaling. DiCaprio crying about Climate change but look how he leads his life. So yes back then had creeps and sickos but there were a few who did try to instill some values in their kids. We as a people have to strive to do better for ourselves and for our children.

[@ikemike2823]

I love lucy and her show too.

[@riley5678]

Lucy and Bette Davis were the hardest working women of their times who rose above The Hollywood Men's Club and put them in their place with their pure talent, dedication, and perseverance towards generating high quality entertainment in each of their genres. They both will always be remembered forever.

[@Isabel_Ba]

Ms. Lucille Ball is an icon, hilarious, comedic timing on point 100%. I'm a 70's baby so I grew up cracking up with her. God bless you red!

[@karishmaobrien3971]

I love how Lucy is so motherly with him. Making sure he was ok when he came out. You could see for a moment her heart broke thinking he was hurt. She is amazing

[@nikoknightpuppetproduction369]

They should of had a TV series called "Lucy's In Charge". She will always be remembered.

[@EarthChickadee]

This episode/type of comedy is *GOLD* ! I would much rather watch *this* than even half of what is on now! Cuz *this* .... now *THIS* was really funny! Not all the nasty stuff that is shown nowadays. Lucy would be very disappointed in how far we have *really* fallen now for sure!

[@s.c.7362]

Should'VE

[@nikoknightpuppetproduction369]

@Think Tank that is good also, but I still think "Lucy's In Charge" sounds like a great title.

[@carianin5293]

Back when late night hosts were actually funny and enjoyable.

[@jenspringerchannel]

And not political!

[@carianin5293]

@@jenspringerchannel You are so right!

[@face2158]

@@jenspringerchannel right!! Who wants to watch these morons Jimmy Fallon and Kimmel and listen to them Hate trump the whole hour? They are terrible

[@face2158]

Fallon and Kimmel are the worse!! Omg I can’t stand it. These kids today don’t understand what talent is. Late night used to be great. Funny and no political bias bs.

[@MV-nu3qb]

👍

[@kt16621]

It’s April 2020, I’m 48 and I still love Lucy!!! #restwellLucilleBall

[@bananaanna1373]

It’s March 2021, I’m 51 and I still love Lucy!

[@michellelion384]

It's March 2021, I just turned 53, I still love Lucy and will always admire her!!

[@pamkay8666]

I'll Be 55 on 4/14... 😟😭😂👍🤓

[@pamkay8666]

@@michellelion384 Hope you had a happy birthday. 🌷

[@michellelion384]

Pam Kay, thank you very much!! I pray your birthday brings you everything you hope for!!

[@jeffosborne1147]

Lucy was a class act. I loved her shows. God bless her and all her fans.

[@oceancounty1383]

Lucille Ball was a trail blazer & brilliant businesswoman. She was the first to produce her shows and many others.

[@jaredjlinden]

Desi Arnaz was the force behind Desilu. Lucille Ball was the first to admit she was not a businesswoman. When Desi sold out to her in 1962, she relied on advisors like Herb Solow and Martin Leeds. And she sold the business five years later, to Paramount.

[@oceancounty1383]

@@jaredjlinden Google, research, read, please. You will learn otherwise. Desi and Lucy made a great business team..yes. But Desi sold all his shares of Desilu to Lucille Ball, making her the owner and head of the studio, while also the star and executive producer of 4 successful Lucy television shows. Desilu Studios also produced many other popular TV shows and films.

[@bradcondon6632]

@michael Castle "she" was a male

[@rockinredneck57]

The studios wouldn't produce produce Star Trek so SHE had Desilu studios produce it because she believed in it. Other studios screwed up.

[@robertbanta5354]

Two of the best ever!! Lucy and Johnny!!!

[@travisinLA]

Boy she was tough would hate to get on her bad side

[@delennamachoo]

She always did this to him. It was a game.

[@guygrip4303]

I thought same thing not that freindly. Shr didnt like porn. But we lost intimacy i guess her way of life won. But her kid got om drugs. So somethin depressed him

[@emeraldeyes8688]

Actresses back then (and even still today) had to be tough. Imagine what it was like for Lucy back in her day, as one of few, female, young comediennes. If a man behaved the same way she did in this interview, no one would question it. Complete double-standard.

[@lauraharkins1489]

I love lucy!!!!

[@lifebyyou4479]

She was quite vulgar. Well dressed but a vulgar person.

[@grayreyesreyes8209]

A mothers love. Lucille Ball was a great entertainer. I enjoyed all her shows and movies

[@spookerredmenace3950]

i loved what Desi said about Lucy in the 50s, when someone said shes a commie, the only thing red about her is her hair, and even that isn't real hahaha loved Lucy. she was true comedy classic!

[@EarthChickadee]

@@johnnyquest6115 Excuse me sir, but Desi *FLED* Cuba, and he was an *AMERICAN* !!! He would not even teach his children the Spanish language! Desi was a very *proud* AMERICAN ~ and *proud* to *BE* an American! ~~~ He was *VERY* patriotic and *LOVED* the USA! Please stop spreading *LIES* about Desi and Lucille!

[@Cherokee9898]

EarthChickadee I think you misread the post. They were saying that those were lies.

[@EarthChickadee]

@@Cherokee9898 I can assure you that I did not misread SmauraiSamera 69's post as he was saying that Desi supported Castro......

[@spookerredmenace3950]

@JaredGragan where did i say that.. NO WHERE! your just trying to start crap!

[@sharona4567]

I love that they named their kids are named after them!!!

[@georgedarragh1774]

Hello👋 i hope you’re safe over there? I pray this year brings prosperity and happiness love 💕all over the world🌍 I’m from Canada currently in Key West Florida and you where are you from if i may ask?

[@theresaguzman1745]

Desi Arnez Jr. Was sooo cute with that feathered hair... adorable

[@gargantuaism]

Who are you Marcia Brady?

[@carmenfernandez5234]

Desi Jr. is supposedly the father of the actor Sean Astin, from his relationship with the actress Patty Duke. He does resemble both of them.

[@patriciakowerko8201]

@@carmenfernandez5234 Actually, Michael Tell was found to be Sean Astin's father. Patty was dating Desi Jr. and Michael Tell, a writer, at the same time and wasn't sure who the father was, but it was later determined that Michael is Sean's father.

[@carmenfernandez5234]

@@patriciakowerko8201 Thanks for that info.

[@rachelg7371]

@@carmenfernandez5234 it was proven not true.

[@daniceo6069]

I wish I was that little girl again, watching I love lucy with my mother at 5:00 pm. Waiting for my dad to come home from work! Such a beautiful memory of my childhood, and one of the funniest shows ever! She was a comical genius!

[@andrewserrano921]

"I was working my thing off" - I love you Lucy 😍 such a respectable fine lady

[@edie9330]

Omg, Desi Jr was a doll. And Lucy was quick to remind him of who his Mother is and who's important. Lol

[@bruce92106]

What I love seeing as much as Lucy and Johnny circa 1974 (I was 15-16) is seeing that this was uploaded just this year and it's already got over 2 million views! Right on!! Cuz these are legends that should never be forgot and I'm glad to see that they aren't. They're the "real" pioneers of Television. Sadly gone now yet never forgotten and forever Irreplaceable. They will live on forever in our hearts, the memories in our minds. RIP Lucy & Johnny, and Ed too. ❤

[@patriciakowerko8201]

Exactly, Bruce. We won't see talent and class like this ever again, unless something radically changes in our society. Those were the golden days of television, and I miss those days. Thank you Lucy, Johnny and Ed, for so many great memories.

[@Granny73]

Both of them are Immortal!!! They will be talked about 200 years from now.

[@ericfreeman5795]

Many people don't remember that Desilu, la production company started by Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, her husband back then, produced series like "The Untouchables, Mission Impossible, and Star Trek. Also Desi Arnaz started the tecnique of filming sitcoms with 3 cameras on a sound stage in front of live audiences. The filming permitted the beginning of what we know as reruns, allowing Desilu Studios a hefty profit. So Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz were not only successful sitcom actors, but were two of the most important developers of modern television. And who didn´t grow up watching reruns of "I Love Lucy"? It was an unforgetable part of my childhood. Great lady.

[@Renville80]

Eric Freeman She definitely had a good eye for talent... I seem to recall that she said the late John Ritter had a real knack for physical comedy (and she even hosted a special episode of Three’s Company showing various notable clips from that show).

[@gerrynightingale9045]

*'Desi' was one who 'started it all' from the creation of the radio-show and then the 'live-on-film' TV show as well*

[@ChieftainHawke]

@@gerrynightingale9045 Desi was a latino man, Cuban is even worse so he never got the credit he was deserved.

[@gerrynightingale9045]

@@ChieftainHawke *'Desidario Arnaz' came from 'well-to-do' family in Cuba, and had a fine education growing-up yet chose a career in music because he could sing, play 'Flamenco' style guitar as well as the Congas, and met tons of girls and get well-paid...what young guy doesn't want that?* *'Lucy' herself said "He was the one with real talent and ambition, and knew show-business inside and out and liked to project the 'image' of the 'Cuban Sex Symbol' when he was actually well-read in all the 'Classics' and knew enough medicine to 'fit-in' with any doctor...he would've succeeded at anything he put his mind to"*

[@crochethappy3786]

@@ChieftainHawke He came from an affluent family in Cuba.

[@Call_him_Kenny]

She’s funny told Johnny, “don’t touch me” and a few minutes later she whacks him.🤣🤣

[@shirleychumbes668]

Yeah, I don't get it why ppl do that

[@williamlynnroden]

@@shirleychumbes668 . That was just her dry humor. Her "private humor" could be very different from her zany, Lucy comedy.

[@maxfrankow1238]

She was just joking.

[@paulacronic]

Love that lol so funny

[@dianerathgeber9361]

Yeah, pretty nasty, IMO.

[@TheFabulousLV]

I love 💕 how happy she became when she saw her son! He looks just like his Dad! 💕

[@gargantuaism]

Johnny brings up 23 years ago when Lucy started on TV. That would be 1951. Why does 23 years before 1974 seem like a different Universe and time and 23 years ago from today would just be 1997. That seems like six months ago.

[@airmark02]

because American culture died & lacks relevance

[@robertcourson4754]

I disagree. This country was much different from 97 and 2020

[@bcuzz109]

Go back another 23 years and it seems even further. Simple answer is technology. Ill let that sink in...

[@Hood-yc6pp]

@Honky Tonk we went from a constitutional republic, to a Democracy, and eventually to an Oligarchy run by Chek Bolsheviks (Joe Biden is a good example)

[@Hood-yc6pp]

@Honky Tonk meanwhile, our constitution remains the same. Never was intended to be a Democracy at all, that’s majority rule. The founders intended the minority to have as many rights as the majority, constitutional republic. The Chek Bolsheviks have managed for 100 years, thanks to FDR and the proceeding Bolsheviks, to infiltrate our institutions, our academia, and our government - essentially brainwashing the majority of people into think that we are a “democracy” thereby forfeiting our God-given rights little by little with each passed piece of unconstitutional legislation both at the federal and state levels.

[@simone222]

When my mom and I had been quarantined at the COVID-19 area of the hospital, we tuned in to Hits TV and watched The Lucy Show which gave us much comfort. Thank you Ms. Lucille Ball.

[@erwinmonti5066]

WOMAN HAD MORE CLASS IN HER BIG TOE THAN ANY OF THE FAKE BIMBO'S OF TODAY. LOVE HER..

[@richardeast3328]

Plus she still looks better than the majority of today's 'celebrities' half her age.

[@angilynnthompson9800]

Erwin Monti absolutely!! There’s only one Lucille Ball n girls I think would do well to be even a fraction of the woman she was both professionally n personally

[@weltonvillegal6258]

Totally agree. Common sense and talent.

[@athenac2696]

That Scottish humor! People without a good sense of humor would never understand her sarcastic humor! "Not a mean bone in her body!" !

[@agentstarling9998]

Yup!!!!! Lucy and Bette Davis!!! Classy ladies.

[@kamuelalee]

Love these old talk shows -- funny, brilliant, bawdy, and still full of class.

[@derekseven1647]

He looks so much like his Dad.

[@rhythmstyx1945]

Derek Seven I was thinnin the same thin Babalui

[@ABCDuwachui]

Whose daddy is he supposed to look like?!? YO DADDEH?!?

[@authorlydiagreen1862]

Even back then Lucy knew young people were being exploited

[@cherylschumaker1366]

Ya i caught that too! She is so agonist it and was trying to speak up on it.... Smart lady

[@barbibutton9619]

Yes, I was surprised to hear that. At some point, stars became afraid to speak out

[@happyfacefries]

@@barbibutton9619 or think the opposite

[@barbibutton9619]

@@happyfacefries it took me a minute - yes, ABSOKUTELY. Look at Bill Cosby

She would be HORRIFIED if she saw the way things are today, not to mention the overall LACK of morals.

[@lisas2538]

The look on her face when she saw her son. Her face lit up.

[@ga9100]

Said it did that was very cool hey and ur a cutie Lisa S. Have a wonderful day

[@francesmalzahn9994]

She loved her kids a great deal and it showed!

[@hollyconger9037]

Queen of Hollywood. I still cry because I miss her. Quite a lady! Thank you for all the years of laughter Lucy.

[@lynn1464]

I miss her too. ❤

[@ClueSign]

Desi seems like a sweetheart. It can’t have been easy to grow up in that household and in the public eye.

[@evalynnetorres7802]

Who?

[@Misha-zc1ly]

@@evalynnetorres7802He is Desi Jr., Lucy's son who later joined the show.

[@catherinegrace2366]

He looks great. Clean, sober and engaging.

[@jessicafrazier5568]

maybe it wasn't easy, but he was no sweetheart back then; he was a dad at 15...but a deadbeat; Lucy never acknowledged the child...both of her children were... google it: loved the clip tho...

[@grimtt]

The way he threw down the cane, I bet he could get riled though!🙃

[@shadowman1403]

I lived in her old neighborhood in West Hollywood. Her house was right around the corner from me and George Peppard's house was right across the street and so was Alan Hale Jr's house. Can't imagine if I lived there all the same time they all lived there, it would have been mind blowing! I was told by my neighbors that their parents lived in my neighborhood in it's hey day and that Lucille was a great neighbor and would trade her fruit from her trees with other neighbors different fruit trees! On my property we had a Avocado tree, clementine and orange trees. Lucille's property had Avocado and lemon trees and they are still there to this day! Imagine making Avocado toast with fresh lemonade from those trees? How great would that be?

[@cyndicombs1419]

Wow, awesome story! I grew up in the San Fernando Valley in good ol Reseda. Those were the days! Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@barbibutton9619]

Oh wow...ty for sharing that

[@cflo1386]

That must've been awesome.

[@skinni_the_P00hBear]

That's awesome!

[@CaptainSpalding72]

Avocados are gross.

[@karenbavington1870]

I love Lucy. Don’t feel bad anymore. I have done the same to my kids, who are adults now. Watch them and still do and lucky me they appreciate me a lot. God Bless Lucy. She was one of a kind❤️🤗🙏🏼

[@ramsechavez]

Damn our world has gone mad there is so much heart and soul in this interview. Good journey everyone.

[@perfectstudents8361]

"I Love Lucy" is the only American show that can make me laugh to tears, although I was born long after the show had ended. No other American TV shows or Hollywood comedies can match it.

[@robotnik77]

Honeymooners. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4XYhKuLntllecU

[@manuelaffonso2191]

@@robotnik77- Dean Martin celebrity roasts are very good too.

[@Tarheel13]

robotnik77 Nope. It was good but no match for I Love Lucy.

[@Tarheel13]

Manuel Affonso Sit coms. The Roasts were not sit coms.

[@patcola7335]

@@Tarheel13 The Honeymooners blew ILL out of the water. No comparison.

[@ronniebishop2496]

Lucy could never set still and I’ve seen how fidgety she is. She had major class and Desi did too.

[@sharoncolewilgis8696]

@Kolya-The-Vodka-Guzzler you need not have expressd yourself in such a mean manner. Especially look at your screen name. SMH

[@harveyferguson3013]

Ronnie Bishop don’t you mean ‘sit’ still?

[@sharoncolewilgis8696]

@@PennyMsElite and my, aren't you so damned funny? No. You're not. Yes are an attention getter. SMH

[@lindajackson1031]

Yessss...😘

[@ronniebishop2496]

Heather Grundy No because she was on a TV Set and couldn’t be still. lol. But I do appreciate your impetuous correction unprepossessing way.

[@happygirl8298]

I just came across this and I think it’s so funny that every mother wants to talk to her son about his room. I really miss her.

[@susantaylor4265]

And how he doesn't give her enough adulation.

[@dandelion-honey]

Desi’s mannerisms are so much like his father’s! Charismatic dude 💙

[@LJ-ht4zs]

A little - there is an affectation I don't find that appealing a bit like a spoiled entitled person. But I guess having two such famous parents it's hard.

[@dandelion-honey]

@@LJ-ht4zs ​ What?.. I was speaking of his presence and disposition. The way he nods; brushes his finger against his face, looks around constantly, uses his hands as he talks, and shows a smirky smile when he’s amused with himself -- very much like Desi Sr.

[@dandelion-honey]

@@LJ-ht4zs His parents were both incredibly intelligent and hard-working people who built their careers up from nothing. They implemented that mindset into their children. Desi Jr. is merely being a goofy young guy.

[@LJ-ht4zs]

@@dandelion-honey Yes, I do agree about Desi Arnaz jr having two hard-working intelligent and talented parents and he was talented himself, but early on showed two distinct problems that his father had, chasing the ladies, making a young girl pregnant when they were both 15 (did not go for a DNA test till a lot later, while finally meeting his daughter, don't think that he and his daughter really connected). Also had a serious drug abuse problem. I think it was drugs and alcohol. Identifications with his father's issues. Fortunately his parents stood by and supported him while he was in rehab and do believe that he is totally okay now - but either 69 or 70. Seems he stays out of the limelight but works for the New Life Foundation that he feels saved his life. Both his wife and one of his granddaughters died. Rough times, but fortunately he is doing ok.

[@dandelion-honey]

@@LJ-ht4zs I know these things. They have not much to do with my original comment though.

[@cindystewart195]

Oh he does look like his Dad. There are just no shows like hers anymore..

[@jordanabeaulieu2530]

Desi Arnaz Jr was very handsome!

[@georgedarragh1774]

Hello👋 i hope you’re safe over there? I pray this year brings prosperity and happiness love 💕all over the world🌍 I’m from Canada currently in Key West Florida and you where are you from if i may ask?

[@Mark_R_Tho]

He has the most soothing voice! And I LOVE his bell bottoms!!!!😍

[@beekbeeker2907]

WITHOUT DESILU STUDIOS THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN NO STAR TREK TV SERIES AS NO ONE ELS WANTED TO TOUCH IT..SCI FI AND ALL....LOOK HOW SHE CHANGED THE WORLD BY SAYING YES....LETS TRY IT.

[@akatheheretic3014]

Now that's a true story worth acknowledging! ☺️👍👍

[@WonderWhatHappened]

Fun Fact: Lucy misunderstood what Star Trek was about when they agreed to film it. She had no idea it was Sci Fi. I heard that on Wait Wait Don't Tell Me recently.

[@willg4802]

Simmer down Beavis

[@catherinegrace2366]

Interesting. I didn’t know that

[@akatheheretic3014]

@@catherinegrace2366 Without Lucy's🙋 decision to sign off on it , Star trek television show . . would have Never been produced. ( Or heard of !!) Few people are aware of this! 😉👍

[@karenmacphee9186]

I remember as a child, about 6 yrs old being on the walk of stars with my family and I walked into Lucy. I don’t remember much of my childhood but I remember looking up at her 🤩 she was looking down at me with a big smile as I was in disbelief looking up at her. She had what I called sparkling eyes. It was as if I was looking at an angel. I knew who she was. I watched I love Lucy and would imitate her and laugh so much. I always loved Lucy and always will 💗🥰🙏

[@jordanaguon1]

What a cool story!!

[@yasminepadilla]

I like how she doesn't take othere people's crap and doesn't put on a mask in this interview!

[@themaggattack]

She never took any crap.

[@margemchugh6120]

We didn't have to wear masks 50 years ago!

[@nleavenworth3064]

The world was a better place when Lucy was alive to make us laugh

[@dianecourtney2724]

YES 👍😂

[@AnaRivera-fv4ct]

😥😥 I missed those days!

[@Dallas_K]

Thankfully, she is still able to make us laugh. RIP Lucy. Thank you for all you gave us!

[@JohnKorvell]

Two old dear friends pitching beans on each other. Classic!!!!

[@catapillargirl2021]

I love seeing these two together in this natural surprise moment! Beautiful!!!

[@debzter1039]

My favorite actress of all time. She’s an incredible talent.

[@margaretaquilina4840]

N

[@MrRogerjowens]

That’s when Hollywood was TOUGH, no cupcake interviews , she let him KNOW she’s a legend

[@desertmulehunter]

She's crabby as hell here. What happened?

[@duderdude4831]

Hollywood was no tougher then than now.

[@42Laj]

I liked when she told Johnny Carson - "Dont touch me"! She certainly was no ass-kisser like most of his guests were. Her whole demeanor is of someone who knows who she is.

[@ResidentBigEvil]

love how she gave johnny that dirty look when junior started to tell the story she went all momma bear

[@johnedwardjones999]

Love her...Years of great entertainment and laughs...In 80s lived near USC student in Hollywood Hills.. He was communications major.. Lucy was one of his professors. He loved her and learned so much from Lucy. Johnny Carson was so outstanding! Thanks Johnny, Ed and Lucy for many years of high quality fun.