I had never intended to be on the show more than three…
![“I had never intended to be on the show more than three years, regardless of how successful it was. I had other things I wanted to do. And I was offered a role in 'Red Sky at Morning', [1970]. I got that part because [producer] Hal Wallis had seen the HERE'S LUCY show with Ann-Margaret. It was a…” quote by Desi Arnaz Jr](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/94d/desi-arnaz-jr-232472_comedy_i-had-never-intended-to-be-on-the-show-m_637869.png)
“I had never intended to be on the show more than three years, regardless of how successful it was. I had other things I wanted to do. And I was offered a role in 'Red Sky at Morning', [1970]. I got that part because [producer] Hal Wallis had seen the HERE'S LUCY show with Ann-Margaret. It was a thrill for me, getting to do the drama and comedy. It was such a good role. So I missed several episodes of the show to shoot the movie. And I never came back but one.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker reflects on choosing artistic fulfillment over a long‑term TV role, prioritizing personal growth.
In simple terms: Choosing passion over stability.
Key Takeaway
Follow your creative instincts.
Themes
career
artistic ambition
personal fulfillment
trade‑offs
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
Comedy:1
Drama:1
Episodes:1
Lucy:1
Morning:0
Producers:0
Red:0
Roles:1
Shows:1
Sky:0
Successful:0
Three:0
Three years:0
Thrill:1
Wanted:1
Years:0
Role Missed:1
Seen Lucy:0
Lucy Ann:0
Episodes Shoot:0
When to use this quote
- choosing roles
- career transitions
- personal projects
- industry networking
Key Concepts
career decision making
creative industry dynamics
work‑life balance
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for passion?
- How do you balance stability and creativity?
A Different Perspective
Missing opportunities can have lasting impacts.