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Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz built one of television's most celebrated partnerships, but their greatest source of pride was their family. While millions remember them for I Love Lucy, their legacy also lives on through their children and grandchildren, many of whom have forged creative paths of their own. According to People, the story of Lucille Ball's children extends well beyond classic television. From award-winning acting careers to music, theater, visual arts, and family businesses, the next generations continue to honor the famous couple while creating lives that reflect their own passions. The Two Children Who Grew Up in Hollywood's Most Famous Family With Lucille Ball And Desi Arnaz HERE'S LUCY, Lucie Arnaz, Lucille Ball, and Desi Arnaz, Jr. 1968 (1968-1974)/Everett Collection Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz welcomed their daughter, Lucie Arnaz, in 1951 after years of hoping to start a family. Ball later described becoming a mother as nothing short of a miracle after experiencing earlier pregnancy losses. Just 18 months later, the couple celebrated the birth of their son, Desi Arnaz Jr., whose arrival captured national attention during the height of I Love Lucy's popularity. Lucille Ball and her children, Lucie and Desi Jr. / Everett Collection Although both children spent their early years around television sets, they eventually built careers of their own. Lucie became a successful actress and singer, earning acclaim on stage, television, and film. Meanwhile, Desi Jr. pursued both acting and music, performing with the band Dino, Desi & Billy before appearing in several television series and movies. Even after their parents divorced in 1960, Lucie has often shared that Ball and Arnaz continued to care deeply for one another throughout their lives. How the Arnaz Family Legacy Continues Today Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz with their children, newborn son Desi Arnaz, Jr., and daughter Lucie Arnaz / Everett Collection The story of Lucille Ball's children now includes a growing family tree. Lucie Arnaz and her husband, Laurence Luckinbill, welcomed three children—Simon, Joseph, and Kate—each of whom followed creative interests ranging from art and music to entertainment and business. In addition, Joseph and Kate have expanded the family even further with children of their own, allowing new generations to grow up connected to one of Hollywood's most beloved families. New York, NY 06-01-2009Lucie Arnazat The American Theatre Wing's 2009 Annual Spring Gala A TONY TRIO at Cipriani 42nd Street.Digital photo by Lane Ericcson-PHOTOlink.net Desi Arnaz Jr. also leaves his own mark on the family's legacy. He shares a close relationship with his daughter, Julia Arnaz Massey, after the two reunited as adults. He also adopted Haley Arnaz after marrying Amy Laura Bargiel. Throughout the years, the family has experienced both joyful milestones and heartbreaking losses. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Julia Arnaz (@arnazjulia) Nevertheless, they have continued to celebrate the lives and accomplishments of Ball and Arnaz through documentaries, anniversary specials, charitable work, and preservation projects. As a result, Lucille Ball children remain important voices in protecting the remarkable history of one of television's greatest partnerships while ensuring that future generations never forget the impact of Lucy and Desi. New York, NY 1978 FILE PHOTOLiza Minelli & Desi Arnaz, Jr.Digital photo by Adam Scull-PHOTOlink.net