Comedians who died on April 26

Take a focused look at the comedians who passed away on April 26. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1989 Lucille Ball

  Lucille Ball was an iconic American actress, comedian, and producer best known for her groundbreaking work in television. She achieved massive fame for starring in and producing the seminal sitcom 'I Love Lucy', and is recognized as a trailblazer for women in entertainment, being one of the first female heads of a major television studio. Ball's distinctive comic timing, physical … [bio]