Actress
Lucille Ball
Lucille Ball was born on August 6, 1911 in Jamestown, New York. She enrolled in drama school in New York the year she turned 15, and starred in 'I Love Lucy' the year she turned 30.
Lucille Ball was born in 1911 and lived to age 77. Anyone born before 1911 is older than Lucille. Anyone over 77 is older than Lucille ever was.
Lucille Ball was born on August 6, 1911 in Jamestown, New York and died on April 26, 1989 at the age of 77. Lucille would be 115 years old today.
Lucille Ball would be 115 years old in 2026 and would have turned 115 on August 6, 2026. Lucille Ball's age in every year ↓
Born
August 6, 1911
Died
April 26, 1989
World pop. at birth
~1.8B
Lucille's age at death
77
Your age
20
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No — Lucille Ball was born in 1911. You were born in 2006, making you 95 years younger. Lucille lived to age 77. You are currently 20, so you are not yet older than Lucille was when she died.
At your age (20), Lucille had already enrolled in drama school in New York (the year she turned 15), but hadn't yet starred in 'I Love Lucy' (the year she turned 30).
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Lucille's Life Timeline
Lucille Ball was born on August 6, 1911, in Jamestown, New York. She grew up in a theatrical family, which influenced her passion for performing arts from a young age. After moving to New York City, she pursued a career in acting, initially working as a model and appearing in various films during the 1930s, where she honed her comedic talents.
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Lucille Ball achieved major career milestones throughout her life. She became a household name with the premiere of 'I Love Lucy' in 1951, which showcased her exceptional comedic timing and innovative television production techniques. In 1962, she became the first woman to run a major television studio, Desilu Productions, which produced iconic shows such as 'Star Trek' and 'Mission: Impossible.' Her contributions to television and film earned her numerous accolades and cemented her status as a pioneer in the entertainment industry.
Lucille Ball's legacy endures as a trailblazer for women in television and comedy. She continued to work in the industry until her later years, receiving multiple Emmy Awards and a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award from the Screen Actors Guild. Ball passed away on April 26, 1989, at the age of 77, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to influence comedians and television creators today.
Enrolled in drama school in New York
Lucille Ball enrolled in John Murray Anderson's dramatic school in New York at 15, but her instructors told her she had no talent. She spent 15 years doing B-movies and modeling before creating I Love Lucy at 40.
Lucille Ball turned 15 in 1926, the year she enrolled in drama school in New York. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'I Love Lucy'
Lucille Ball was 30 years old when she starred in the groundbreaking television series 'I Love Lucy.' The show became a cultural phenomenon and is often credited with changing the landscape of television comedy.
Lucille Ball turned 30 in 1941, the year she starred in 'I Love Lucy'. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Co-founded Desilu Productions
Lucille Ball was 39 years old when she co-founded Desilu Productions with her then-husband Desi Arnaz. This studio produced several successful television shows, establishing her as a powerful figure in the industry.
Lucille Ball turned 39 in 1950, the year she co-founded Desilu Productions. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won her first Emmy Award
Lucille Ball was 41 years old when she won her first Emmy Award for her performance in 'I Love Lucy.' This recognition highlighted her exceptional talent and solidified her status as a leading actress in television.
Lucille Ball turned 41 in 1952, the year she won her first Emmy Award. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Bought RKO Studios through Desilu
Lucille Ball's Desilu Productions acquired the former RKO Studios lot, making her one of the most powerful figures in the entertainment industry.
Lucille Ball turned 46 in 1957, the year she bought RKO Studios through Desilu. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became the first woman to run a major TV studio
Lucille Ball was 50 years old when she became the first woman to run a major television studio, Desilu Productions. This achievement was significant in breaking gender barriers in the television industry.
Lucille Ball turned 50 in 1961, the year she became the first woman to run a major TV studio. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'The Lucy Show'
Lucille Ball starred in 'The Lucy Show', a successful follow-up to 'I Love Lucy' that ran for six seasons and kept her at the forefront of television comedy.
Lucille Ball turned 51 in 1962, the year she starred in 'The Lucy Show'. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Produced 'Star Trek' through Desilu
Lucille Ball's Desilu Productions produced 'Star Trek', greenlighting the iconic science fiction series that would become one of the most influential shows in television history.
Lucille Ball turned 55 in 1966, the year she produced 'Star Trek' through Desilu. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'Here's Lucy'
Lucille Ball starred in 'Here's Lucy', her third major television series, which featured her real-life children and ran until 1974.
Lucille Ball turned 57 in 1968, the year she starred in 'Here's Lucy'. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received a Lifetime Achievement Award
Lucille Ball was 77 years old when she received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Screen Actors Guild. This honor recognized her contributions to the entertainment industry and her influence on future generations of performers.
Lucille Ball turned 77 in 1988, the year she received a Lifetime Achievement Award. Are you older than Lucille was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Lucille Ball in each year?
- 2026
- Lucille Ball would be 115 years old in 2026 and would have turned 115 on August 6, 2026.
- 1926
- Lucille Ball was 14 at the start of 1926 and turned 15 on August 6, 1926. That year, she enrolled in drama school in New York.
- 1941
- Lucille Ball was 29 at the start of 1941 and turned 30 on August 6, 1941. That year, she starred in 'I Love Lucy'.
- 1952
- Lucille Ball was 40 at the start of 1952 and turned 41 on August 6, 1952. That year, she won her first Emmy Award.
- 1957
- Lucille Ball was 45 at the start of 1957 and turned 46 on August 6, 1957. That year, she bought RKO Studios through Desilu.
- 1962
- Lucille Ball was 50 at the start of 1962 and turned 51 on August 6, 1962. That year, she starred in 'The Lucy Show'.
- 1966
- Lucille Ball was 54 at the start of 1966 and turned 55 on August 6, 1966. That year, she produced 'Star Trek' through Desilu.
- 1968
- Lucille Ball was 56 at the start of 1968 and turned 57 on August 6, 1968. That year, she starred in 'Here's Lucy'.
- 1988
- Lucille Ball was 76 at the start of 1988 and turned 77 on August 6, 1988. That year, she received a Lifetime Achievement Award.
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