Who inherited Desi Arnaz money?

After his father’s death on December 2, 1986, Desi Jr. and Lucie inherited most of his father’s estate. (Arnaz’s mother, who was 91 years old at the time, was also left $250,000.) According to the Associated Press, Arnaz’s will stated for his estate to be divided between Lucie and Desi Jr.

What was Lucille Ball’s highest net worth?

She was survived by her two children, Lucie and Desi Jr., and her second husband, Gary Morton, whom she married in 1961. Lucille Ball had a net worth of $40 million—equal to about $80 million today—according to the Gazette Review.

What was Ricky Ricardo net worth?

He was born on March 2, 1917 and died on December 2, 1986. Arnaz’s estimated net-worth is $20million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. He is best known for his role as Ricky Ricardo on the sitcom, I Love Lucy, which he co-starred with his wife, Lucille Ball, at the time.

How much did Lucille Ball pay Desi Arnaz for Desilu?

But it proved to be too much for Arnaz to handle, and in 1962, he asked Lucy to buy him out of Desilu. She paid him $2.5 million for his shares and became the first woman CEO of a major television and movie production company. It was not the best time for such a first, however.