Desi Arnaz On What's My Line?

[@jerzeykowboy9425]

Desi might be the most underrated performer in the history of television. His work on "Lucy" both in front and behind the camera was unparalled. Lucy received most of the accolades but without Desi, the show would not be the timeless classic that it became. His guest hosting on SNL only reinforced his comedic talent. A charming and brilliant man.

[@ganglabesh]

your right

[@lorilevitt5707]

@@ganglabesh Family was very rich and had to flee Cuba when Castro came to power. Arrived with only a nominal fee in his pocket. Filmed across the street from MGM, known as David Selznick studios, owned by Howard Hughes, RKO, Desilu made, Make Room for Daddy , Star Trek, I Love Lucy, Andy Griffith and many more. It is still there, I worked about a mile from it for 5 years now called Culver Studio. Now across from Sony Pictures. Gone with the Wind, although made in several locations, all the area in front of us used to be backlots and I used to meet people working in the area who had worked on backlots as kids.

[@clarysl18]

Castro llegó al poder en el 1959!!🤦🤦​@@lorilevitt5707

[@katiechisholm]

He was so handsome. His smile makes me melt.

[@robinlillian9471]

You aren't alone. Lots and lots of women fell for him. He was famous for his affairs and cheating on his wife.

[@lilyemmalindsay9025]

I agree with you there

[@chrisspathelf2310]

Amazing teeth

[@lilyemmalindsay9025]

Yes he did

[@jeanettelebarron3306]

Guapo

[@dougmac6803]

A talented genius...always loved his accent RIP Desi

[@BloodNote]

I like how he masked his voice because his voice is so distinctive it would give him away. 😂

[@DomenicL-h5m]

Really

[@hongkongcantonese501]

It's 2022 and people still have no idea how much of a giant Desi was. Three camera sitcoms, Desilu productions, Star Trek, and on and on.

[@curiousme113]

He was on Start Trek

[@emanuelpascual3833]

@@curiousme113 What he means is that Star Trek filmed in Desilu studios.

[@jasonpalacios1363]

Because he was a womanizer and an alocoholic in which he destroyed his marriage,his company and himself.

[@jasonpalacios1363]

@@emanuelpascual3833 Yeah they created a monster with that one due to the amount of geeks liking Star Trek and speaking Klingon like if it was a real language.

[@LJ-ht4zs]

@@curiousme113 Actually after Lucy bought Desi out and she was the Head of Desilu Studio, she championed Star Trek (which the brass over rode - due to expenses) and green lit both Mission Impossible and Star Trek.

[@mbyarner]

Desi Arnaz was an innovator. He changed the way tv shows were filmed. He insisted on using three cameras whereas before I Love Lucy, shows were filmed with only one camera.

[@michellesakele-jones1800]

Absolutely correct 👍

[@jeanninepeterson2833]

He invented the way a sitcom is made to this day! 🎉

[@barbarafischbach8480]

Was Desi gorgeous or what? Totally amazing😊❤️🌹

[@lilyemmalindsay9025]

Desi was very handsome

[@annemccarron2281]

Yes. He was. Who doesn't like Hispanics!

[@margerykirner5604]

Desi Arnaz had an amazing smile and lovely personality. He was infectious

[@perlaperezgutierrez4761]

He was there are a lot of good looking cubans.

[@Sharon-fw9qw]

SO Handsome!!!

[@0prayus]

His acknowledging the audience is wonderful. Not all performers do

[@Challa170]

his facial expressions are so hilarious! love it!

[@csu3524]

Dee .....Drunk

[@SR-iy4gg]

@@csu3524 Good grief. He clearly isn't drunk here.

[@lilyemmalindsay9025]

He is Cuban & doing a French accent in this

[@CalTxDude]

I thought so too!

[@Iloveflower2024]

My grandfather and Desi were friends. They went to school together in Florida. I’ve always loved that.

[@michellesakele-jones1800]

That’s awesome!

[@nunyaaliveta]

who tf cares! Same with my grandpa

[@izzy8246]

Not not only he was a genius and very talented but Desi was SO handsome and incredibly charming.Everyone that knew him said he was incredibly charming in real life. MANY fell for this man.

[@westfield90]

He was a genius. He had his faults but I admire someone who achieved so much out of nothing. Him and Lucy created something so special

[@paulinegarcia888]

Agree. Not as easy thing to achieve!

[@jenbranker4775]

When I see Star Trek, the untouchables, the dick van dyke show, the mothers in law, I think of the duo of Desi, and Lucy.

[@tj.espygil4544]

@@jenbranker4775 Also Mannix, Mission Impossible.

[@aa697]

Who doesn't have faults??? Desi was a great talent 👏

[@islgrl292]

@@aa697 serial cheating & lying isn’t a fault. He achieved most of it on the relationship with who he cheated on.

[@sunflowerz54]

I adored Desi. He was the reason we have Star Trek

[@spork24601]

Desi left the company in 1962, years before Star Trek was picked up.

[@uofa82]

@@spork24601Thanks. Lucy put ST into production.

[@lindalicata8303]

Desi was so handsome. He had great hair. He reminds me of my Dad who passed in 20/20. He was from Sicily.

[@lilyemmalindsay9025]

Desi was very handsome

[@RonGerstein]

He cheated on his wife, Lucille Ball, 100x of times.

[@lilyemmalindsay9025]

We know that

[@chars437]

Just love Desi. He really was charming

[@missydalton8562]

Awww. I like seeing things like this. Great Programming, no sex, no violence, no drugs, no cussing... just pure fun and entertainment

[@raiynna2395]

Yes, but I used to hate how he would always put Lucy down in the programs. And then in real life he went out on her with other women alot! Not the type of husband id want

[@sea9994]

Maybe there was drug's sex 🤔 the time's were wholesome however new found out thru books they were human like everyone else..

[@wolvsbain]

hah no drugs

[@retroguy9494]

This was a game show. In so far as I know, there still is no drugs, sex and violence on game shows even today!

[@SuperBigMike1992]

@@retroguy9494 Well, some of the subject matter of Family Feud these days…lol

[@pontevedra660]

Adored him always, what a sweet, caring human being!!! Love you Desi.....

[@tcconnection]

Such a talent. His heart just bursts when he tries to contain himself. Lol!

[@laurietijerina293]

OMG,it was hard for him to not give himself up so easily. He's hilarious!❤

[@agnesmeo6240]

Desi was so under rated during his life time! He was so handsome with chrisma that it transcend time!!! The best then as is now!!!

[@jediahagbossoumonde8348]

I know right!

[@vonkarlton1]

I cannot agree more..... What a shame, he is not enough known, in France.....

[@vonkarlton1]

Why don't his children do something to make him be better known than this...if you get my point...he is a wonderful gentleman.... Everybody used to love him, everywhere.... Quelle distinction naturelle, quelle élégance ... d'esprit et de corps... Je l'adore... Hélène de Paris, France.

[@agnesmeo6240]

Yes, I agree. He should be celebrated given his immigrant status and how he made it in the US from nothing. Desi was WAY ahead of his time and business genius! He is still the hottest man to come out of TV!!! I Love Desi!

[@vonkarlton1]

J'ai lu votre commentaire plusieurs fois, et je l'ai vraiment apprécié. I am sooooo glad that some one some where, thinks the same way about Desi. Can you tell me why his fan club has so very few members? Me and my friend included, only 37?Why isn't he better known all over the world? He is a genius, he has created millions jobs to feed families, by being innovative in industrie cinématographique... Thanks again, for the videos, and your answer. Bien à vous, Hélène, Paris, France.

[@joylong8897]

This was a Treat! To see this great guy! Loved his singing and character he played! His accent always reminded me of my father who was Italian. ❤

[@williamflack5767]

Keep your dream alive.

[@williamflack5767]

But, never give up!

[@vonkarlton1]

I loooove Desi. A real gentleman with underrated intelligence and talent and beauty.... and irresistible CHARM.... Hélène de Paris, France.

[@clairekeesey1285]

it was desi's idea to put the I Love Lucy show on film instead of kinescope like many other old shows which are difficult to watch now. I believe that in addition to the BRILLIANT writing, the film quality makes Lucy timeless.

[@Camop-iz9kt]

He and Lucy actually took a salary cut in the beginning, to afford shooting on film.

[@susanford2388]

Lucy's comedic timing & ability to make herself the butt of jokes & humiliate herself makes I love Lucy timeless.

[@stevenelief6784]

Good point. The three camera set up was, initially, difficult for the old timers in the biz to adjust to. Now it's the norm on the rubbish with canned laughter, monologists, re-takes.

[@sallymjmj750]

You are so right. Catch some of those twilight zone episodes that are on video, really poor quality.

[@raiynna2395]

@@Camop-iz9kt Well, it was their baby( the show) a pay cut couldn't have hurt them much? Lol

[@YouheardaboutPluto]

Omg Desi trying to speak french....LOL! He was so handsome, I absolutely love his smile. He had a great sense of humor too.

[@biff408]

Desi was really a patriot who loved America. He was also a major TV innovator. Even today they use the techniques he developed behind the cameras, etc.

[@jessicabryant7541]

Thank you so much for posting this. IT is astounding to me that i am sitting here watching a show that Desi and Lucy used to watch live some 70 years later. ❤

[@jfuzz9083]

A man of many talents (often hidden). I am amazed at how well he could control his accent.

[@thatsassyrepublican]

He couldn’t even laugh because you know Desi’s laugh!

[@lenwelch2195]

Love his handwriting- signature

[@janicehughes4370]

I loved this show as a child., so much fun!

[@coldocean]

This is fantastic! I love Desi, always have, and it's so great to see him so spontaneous and having so much fun. Great to see him as himself and so honest and real.

[@FranklyMyDearTV]

Everyone who knew him always speaks of how charming and charismatic he was. You can really see that in this video.

[@scotnick59]

YES, you really can.

[@francesgoodson6360]

I enjoyed this so much. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@musiknutz]

Gotta love Arlene. Right on time

[@victorjanusz7154]

He’s so genuine …and charming!

[@sugarlipz96]

I just saw him in a westinghouse episode called thunder in the night...he was completely opposite of his character Ricky Ricardo. He was serious, suave, and used martial arts in a few fight scenes. His hair was cut short too. He was so talented and versatile. Not many actors like him around today.

[@fraidygreen5604]

LilHitzel where did you find that episode? I love his acting like crazy.

[@tracy1010]

OMG!!! DESI ARNAZ ALONE!!!!!!! THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO!

[@jimm7098]

He did great, usually they guess the mystery celebrity a lot quicker. The French accent wasn't bad. I love Desi and I Love Lucy.

[@garywarmee4367]

It is always said how charming Desi was... We see it here in spades.

[@liddlekiddle1962]

Yes! And very handsome.

[@raiynna2395]

I never thought Desi was that handsome. My father was much more handsome...I was so very proud of him :-)

[@MatthewPlatz]

This was so incredibly wholesome and enjoyable to watch.

[@ncfeline1959]

A Cuban speaking French, then British and doing a good job! Love his response @ 4:54! Say what you wish, but he was a very humble man who had the best hair!

[@mikeydouglas9086]

His hair is literally the best I’ve ever seen. I’ve been trying to find pictures to copy it in a more modern way lol.

[@janicescott7338]

Plus beautiful smile and teeth!

[@Brisco1]

I love watching clips of this show. Americans seemed so much more cultured, well-mannered and proper back then.

[@katiechisholm]

Brian they definitely were.

[@iamapizzaindisguise7730]

They were

[@Lava1964]

Yes. Indeed, this show is proof of it.

[@diamonddog13]

I disagree on the whole. You are seeing the very definition of coastal elites. But back then there were no outlets giving a voice to the backlash to that.

[@sallymjmj750]

And smarter. I can’t see people today doing very well at this game, because they just don’t know how to ask questions.

[@TheMikester307]

Love it! I never saw the Mystery Guest and Daly laugh so hard!

[@JHMDEUCE]

I'm a member of Desi's fan club. He was one of the original genius's of television.

[@vonkarlton1]

+J Mason This happens to be the second time, only, that I meet a member of Desi's fan club...... Quel bonheur de voir qu'il y ait d'autres personnes à part moi, qui s'intéressent au destin de Desi qui était un homme de qualité, à tous points de vue.... Merci pour lui..... C'est Hélène qui vous écrit de la région Parisienne.

[@rickjones2509]

Vous avez raison.

[@vonkarlton1]

Sooo unknown...... Soooo underrated...... N'est-ce pas ? Thanks for being a member of his fan club, and thanks for your answer to my comment.

[@ShortyRockz1980]

Whoa he has a fan club?

[@lori5288]

I think Desi Arnaz was extremely underrated.

[@patriciabutler7651]

He was a legend,&didnt get the recognition;he deserved...he paved the way for other comedians!!

[@sandradziedziula8330]

he is so good on this show !!!! he just makes me feel GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD !

[@rickjones2509]

Desi era siempre magnifico.

[@kenhurley4441]

Lucie was on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno. He saw lucy standing on the sidewalk and walked up to her and said,,,, "Hey lady if you're gonna work this side of the street lets show a little more leg"! A few days later Lucy passed away. She told Lucie that was the funniest thing that was ever said to her. Because of Desi and Lucille we have old time memories! Pioneers of the TV arena!

[@geetallygee5089]

Lucy must have loved that moment 🤣🦵🏼

[@poetcomic1]

He would give one run through on I Love Lucy and go into the final rehearsal letter perfect on his part in a language that was not native to him. Then he would run off to oversee Desi-Lu and all their other shows. Amazing.

[@jubalcalif9100]

An extremely talented man and very hard worker ! Quite innovative in many ways.

[@stevenelief6784]

Brilliant man. Producer, studio chief, director, musician, comedian, who indeed made all his success.

[@bat-21]

Great actor/singer/comedian. such a distinctive laugh you could hear it off camera on I love Lucy and Desi comedy hour.. such a great couple

[@salvadorornelas2483]

Always the professional, class act

[@evelyncagle2455]

Thank you for saying he is a genius because now all that is said about him is so negative. He accomplished so much in his life and was so talented.

[@2034916]

Desi was a genius. So talented. Adorable. What a shame booze and woman got to him.

[@margerykirner5604]

Desi was always gorgeous. Stunning smile

[@annademo]

Desi Arnaz was a genius.

[@MicheleMJJ]

So handsome. I can see why the ladies were wild about him! He was wonderful on I Love Lucy,, genuinely funny!

[@MaryRod09]

Ricky Ricardo!!!! It was hilarious when he started doing different accents!Hahahaha!

[@MaryRod09]

***** Yes, I know. It reminds of that time in I Love Lucy when he did an Irish accent for one of his performances. But, I have to say that his own Spanish accent was the best! Ay-yai-yai-yai! hahahaha!

[@MaryRod09]

***** hahaha! Yes, for that episode. It was hilarious too.

[@rickjones2509]

His accent is pure Cuban not Spanish.

[@SR-iy4gg]

@@rickjones2509 You do know that Cubans speak Spanish, right? Thus, he had a Spanish accent. This isn't rocket science.

[@SOCORROSILVA-in7px]

I remember seeing every single episode of "What's My Line" every single time that it was on the air and boy did I enjoy watching it very much. Please think positive daily. ©® January 09, 2022@ 7:25 pm ©®

[@MidnightTokenFloydChatAccount]

anybody else notice at 4:05 he used his actual voice and his Expression was "oops I slipped"

[@AbbeBuck]

Excellente!

[@MrScarecrow24]

When he switched accents! haha I had to dry my eyes!

[@kathylewis8347]

he looks like my dad in younger years. never realized that until now. he is very very handsome and I love his hair and smile

[@susanmulvey6311]

Desi was such a handsome man! And he was very talented! In acting! music !singing, dancing! Very sexy man!!

[@TheAQHAgal]

I love Desi's smile =)

[@AzDoll714]

This was so fun. I wish this show was on today with modern celebrities.

[@shanshan8687]

Even tho Lucy was the star Desi was definitely a cut up. It’s no wonder he and Lucy worked so well offf each other

[@Whiteyplaysthebanjo]

Desi was so handsome.

[@barrythomas7336]

If anyone can find the following clip, I hope he/she can put it on KZbin. About 20 years after this appearance on What's My Line, Desi Arnaz appeared as a guest host on "Saturday Night Live." When he walked out on stage for the first time, I remember the audience giving him a standing ovation. Without trying to insult Desi, because I have always admired his accomplishments, it was probably the only time he received such a greeting without Lucy being beside him.

[@misssparkles7520]

he was so handome until his early 40's when the drink and cigarettes took over and started to affect his looks tbf, Lucy's heavy smoking aged her and her voice too ,when he married Lucy he was 23 and was gorgeous, he was dashing here. he covered up his accent very well too very talented man

[@sgsmozart]

I don't know his age here, but I believe he has already begun drinking...just the look in his face indicates it.

[@laurenbendik2006]

ya, he aged very badly/fast bc of his lifestyle

[@lilyemmalindsay9025]

Desi was in his mid 30s in this. He turned 40 in 1957. He was still handsome in his early 40s.

[@marshamariner7897]

He did mess up but covered real quick

[@Niles-Guy]

That’s an awesome show . Today’s programming is a joke . Hope they bring it back

[@joyceboone8206]

He is very handsome , and funny and a wonderful talent, eventhough they had some rough times him and Lucy made a great comedy team, I absolutely love Lucy.❤🌷

[@bethheinecamp1061]

He had a beautiful smile!

[@ncfeline1959]

So funny! Love Desi's hair!

[@truthjustice796]

I'm Cuban Pete, King of the Latin beat, when I go chick, chick a boom !

[@freeguy77]

Lucy was Queen of Delancey Street!

[@margerykirner5604]

@@truthjustice796 the rhumba beat

[@AdeleLarsen-zf8my]

Desi so charming ,handsome & just plain sweet !

[@adrianahinestrosa3518]

I love to see this handsome guy ! They both amazing . 😂😂😂😂😂💁🏻‍♀️🇺🇸♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@jat6547]

I could fall for this guy !!!!!! ❤

[@susierae1190]

Alot did lol...that's why Lucy got rid of him. But they actually never stopped loving each other. Fame and money has done that to alot of ppl. He gave 90% credit to Lucy for the I love Lucy show. He said it was hard for him being Cuban. She actually broke a barrier...❤

[@jat6547]

@@susierae1190 I know,,, he was a big cheat !#

[@kathierouse5306]

Desi's appearance on What's My Line is a gem for me. He did such a good job fooling most of the panel. I can't figure out how the lady on the panel (I didn't catch her name) figured out that it was him. He was so hilarious! I couldn't stop laughing! Bravo!😊🤣👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@marysueeasteregg]

Arlene Francis, an American actress, radio and television talk show host, and game show panelist. A regular on What's My Line.

[@janicescott7338]

So handsome and charming!

[@jubalcalif9100]

He was no Rondo Hatton, but the late great Mr Arnaz was indeed quite looking good looking & quite charismatic ! 🙂

[@janicescott7338]

@@jubalcalif9100 I agree completely. He was mainly really cute when young. No Marlon Brando! I used the wrong adjective!

[@adrianahinestrosa3518]

Bring such a good memories this Couple ! Glad. We have that privilege 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@stottie92]

Awh man! I thought I was finally going to see the panel lose a round! Desi certainly gave them a good run though :D

[@Brooke-bl3yq]

he was so handsome!

[@scubatrucker6806]

I love this one

[@MacEstelle]

Incredible and versatile

[@annettemgilmore]

I had always heard negative comments as a child up to my 20s, kinda didn't want to like her, but like you, i very much enjoyed watching her.As time passed i saw more and more interviews and since learned she really was a nice lady. She and Ethel had a blast doing 3 separate long running "HIT" shows, and she has always credited the success of I LOVE LUCY to Desi. I guess it too be quite a chore, to spend as many yrs. together as she did w/ethel and not be friends. I love Lucy!

[@jazzmagaly1]

What an incredible gentleman he was and he was very well liked .

[@mseti1]

I love it ! He was great !!

[@Willakitty1]

That show was my favorite shows

[@siiiiiuu7]

As long as I Love Lucy is on air.. he always will be ;)

[@rennyrybanski7519]

This gives me chills. I love Desi Arnaz

[@jay-lafox507]

Gosh...he was so handsome😍

[@vonkarlton1]

Il me fait craquer quand il parle en français.... soooo cute....

[@Rayn215]

So charismatic

[@gailwebb9619]

I had a huge crush on him as a girl!! Loved him in I Love Lucy!

[@chonyvalds135]

He was from my city Santiago de Cuba and my country Cuba❤️🇨🇺

[@feliciawilliams8587]

I still love this show. I wish they would continue to air What's my Line and I've got a Secret. They just don't make great game shows like they used to!

[@Gforu81]

Love this!

[@VILJL]

Desi Arnas was born on March 2, 1917 in Santiago de Cuba. . He passed away on December 2, 1986 at the age of 69. "What's My Line" was a panel game show that ran on BS from 1950 through 1967, This specific show aired on November 9, 1952

[@aliciacoleman6128]

Always such a gentlemen so gracious

[@kimodonnell7454]

Good-looking and talented man!

[@lelmdrWHO]

The host was cracking up 😂😂

[@tonyc.8004]

These people are what true clean comedy is all about. By now we've heard about the Arnaz family problems, but they always acted graciously towards one another after their marriage. At some time or another we all have family problems. I've heard it later stated they stayed together not only for their show, but for their children, and the rest of their fans. Compare that with today's Hollywood which IS a totally different entity. Thank You Claudia for these pieces of comedic gold. Old B&W television never looked so good. Read this while you still can because we are next on KZbin's radar. Praise The Lord and Godspeed to you all - James 5:13!!

[@robinlillian9471]

The comedy might have been clean, but Arnaz''s private life was not. He was NOT what you would call a reliable family man. He was famous for his affairs and his heavy drinking. It was a major humiliation for Lucille Ball. Eventually, she couldn't take it, anymore. They stayed friends, and he did care for her in his own way, but he was a horrible husband. He was nothing like the character he played in I Love Lucy, except that he was a band leader and they WERE married at the time, but that's it. He was very intelligent. He worked AND played hard. HOWEVER, Lucille Ball was the level-headed, reliable one--the exact opposite of the show.

[@raiynna2395]

OK, first of all, it was the 1950s if the show wasn't, squeeky clean, it wouldn't have made it on the screen. Remember, this is the era of , LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, and FATHER KNOWS BEST! LOL