‘Here’s Lucy’s’ Lucie Arnaz, Who Turns 73, Looks ‘Fabulous’ with Silver Pixie Hair and Lives in a Small Town with Her Family

Many remember Lucille Ball as the lovable star of “I Love Lucy,”—the popular series she acted in alongside her real-life husband, Desi Arnaz. The couple shot to fame and became one of the world’s most beloved sitcom families.

They experienced incredible success in their careers and made time to start their own family. Together they welcomed a son and a daughter, Desi Arnaz Jr. and Lucie Arnaz. Even though she was born into a famous family, Lucie lives a much quieter life after moving away from Hollywood.

Desi and Lucille met in 1940 when they were cast on the stage show “Too Many Girls.” The pair instantly fell in love. In November of 1940, the couple ran away to get married and went on to star in “I Love Lucy” together. The show ran from 1951 to 1957 and later got turned into spinoffs.

The couple, who eloped six months after their first meeting, had what seemed like the perfect relationship. Yet their marriage was fraught with issues. They ended their marriage and got a divorce 20 years after they tied the knot.

Their children were seven and nine at the time. Luci and Desi Jr. recall the divorce as a messy and disruptive time in their lives but said their parents remained close even after they had called it quits.

Lucie revealed that her parents constantly fought and that there was alcoholism involved, but confirmed that none of the family ever faced any abuse, even in the most challenging times.

She explained, “They just knew that it wasn’t working for them to stay married, and that was sad. But once they decided to stop, everything got much easier for everybody.”

While Lucie and Desi Jr. did not necessarily do anything to gain fame (having been born into an extremely famous family), they both went on to forge their own careers in Hollywood in some capacity.

When Lucie was just 11 years old, she starred in “The Lucy Show” and “Here’s Lucy” a little later. Both the shows were spinoffs of her parents’ performance, and fans loved seeing the young woman on screen.

In 2021, a movie called “Being the Ricardos” burst onto the film scene and showed what it was like for the family to live in the shadow of “I Love Lucy” for many years. Lucie let the producers and directors know that her mother was difficult and that they should portray her as such.

Lucie was not afraid to show the world what it had been like to grow up with a mother who was one of the world’s most famous actresses, from the highest highs to the lowest lows. The movie commemorated the life of Lucille, which ended in 1989 due to an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Desi Arnaz passed due to lung cancer in 1986.

How Did Lucie Arnaz Marry, Become a Mom of Five, and Move to a Small Town?

Lucie, who celebrates her 73rd birthday today, is married to Laurence Luckinbill, whom she celebrated 44 years of marriage with on June 22 (2024). The loving wife took to Instagram to commemorate their anniversary with a beautiful photo of her and Laurence.

In her caption, she penned, “Forty Four years today! For show business I hear there might be a prize? #luciearnaz #laurenceluckinbill #happyanniversary #couplegoals #44years #nowandforever.” The pair moved to Palm Springs to enjoy a quieter life.

The pair married in 1980 and welcomed three children named Katherine, Joseph, and Simon Luckinbill. Laurence also has two children from a previous marriage named Nicholas and Benjamin Luckinbill, who Lucie embraced with open arms.

The family lived together in Palm Springs until the children were old enough to make their way in life. Lucie says her children are the accomplishments she is most proud of.

She and Laurence live in Weston in a smaller home because all their children have moved out, and they have become tired of maintaining their more prominent home. The house sits on just over two acres and boasts three and a half bathrooms.

While Laurence, a writer, converted the workshop on the property into an office where he could focus on his writing, the main bedroom features a walk-out balcony from which you can see the entire backyard.

The home also has a generator, wine cellar, fully-finished basement, media center, spa, three fireplaces, and a pool. However, the feature the couple enjoys most is the location on its quiet cul-de-sac.

Talking about how his wife had made their house feel like a home after they moved in, Laurence said, “She has such good taste and [knows] how to decorate.”

The couple now enjoys a much simpler life and are glad to be away from the hustle and bustle of Hollywood. They spend their time relaxing in their home, which Lucie has lovingly turned into a sanctuary.

How Does Lucie Arnaz Look and Live at 73?

Lucie and Laurence, who she calls “Larry,” are also proud grandparents. The doting grandmother often shares photos of her grandchildren on social media and talks about how much she loves and cherishes spending time with them.

In 2020, she posted a photo of herself holding her laughing granddaughter. She introduced the adorable baby as Eliza Grace Luckinbill and described her as a “little pink bundle of pure joy.”

Lucie has also shared occasions when she and Laurence spend time with their grown-up children. During Easter last year (2023), she shared photos of the family’s celebrations on Facebook, saying that she, her husband, her daughter, her stepson, and her grandson had spent the day in the desert.

The actress showed photos of herself and her husband, as well as a photo of her husband and his son. She mentioned they were all blessed and happy, but her thoughts were with the families who weren’t as fortunate.

Many fans commented that they looked “fabulous,” and most were confident that Lucie’s mother and father would have been incredibly proud of her for everything she has achieved since their deaths.

One fan said Lucie and Laurence were a “match made in heaven” and that they were blessed to spend holidays with their children. Lucie posted the same photo on Instagram, and fans, yet again, complimented her. An admirer gushed, “Feel good vibes radiate off you two as a couple.”

Others said she looked fantastic for her age and sent her and her family good wishes on the holidays. Lucie and Laurence have built a wonderful, close family, and many wish them nothing but happiness.