He is best known for his role as Ricky Ricardo in the iconic television sitcom "I Love Lucy," which he also co-created and produced with his wife, Lucille Ball.
While Arnaz's legacy is firmly linked to "I Love Lucy," he was also a successful musician. He led the popular Desi Arnaz Orchestra and played the conga drums, which he introduced to mainstream American audiences through the show.
He was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in 1984 and received a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award from the Screen Actors Guild in 1987. He is remembered as a pioneering figure in television and a talented entertainer who left a lasting impact on American culture.