This was the heyday of the movies; it was hard to keep a level head and one's sense of values. MGM made over-worked, spoiled idols out of Judy Garlan… - Lucille Ball

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This was the heyday of the movies; it was hard to keep a level head and one's sense of values. MGM made over-worked, spoiled idols out of Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, and Elizabeth Taylor; it wasn't the kids' fault, nor the studio's, it was the System. I too was on the spoiling list for a while, but I didn't go along with it.

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About Lucille Ball

Lucille Désirée Ball (August 6, 1911 – April 26, 1989) was an American comedian, actress and star of the sitcoms I Love Lucy, The Lucy Show and Here's Lucy and charter member of the Television Hall of Fame.

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Birth Name: Lucille Désirée Ball
Alternative Names: Lucy Ball Lucille Desiree Ball First Lady of Television, Queen of the B Movies, Lucille Ball Morton Lucille Ball Arnaz Diane Belmont

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I closed my eyes, put blinders on, and ignored what was too painful to think about. I tried to view my troubles less seriously, and worry less. I tried to curb my temper. Things said in embarrassment and anger are seldom the truth, but are said to hurt and wound the other person. Once said, they can never be taken back.

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