Desi Arnaz was a Cuban-American actor, musician, and television producer. He is best known for his role as Ricky Ricardo in the 1950s television sitcom I Love Lucy, where he co-starred alongside his then-wife Lucille Ball. He was also the co-creator of the show, and was responsible for the use of the three-camera technique in filming it. He was also a successful bandleader, and had several hit records.