Vault: The death of 'I Love Lucy' star Desi Arnaz in 1986

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Vault: The death of 'I Love Lucy' star Desi Arnaz in 1986
Vault: The death of 'I Love Lucy' star Desi Arnaz in 1986This report on the death of Desi Arnaz, who had lung cancer, aired on Dec. 2, 1986, the day of his death.

This report on the death of Desi Arnaz, who had lung cancer, aired on Dec. 2, 1986, the day of his death.

Lucie Arnaz, his daughter, says her father died in her arms, and urged people not to smoke. She says her dad was the "I" in "I Love Lucy."

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