Let me tell you a story about one of the most iconic couples in Hollywood history. Lucille Ball, known for her unmatched comedic talent, was married twice, but there was only one man who truly captured her heart. Her close friend, Tom Watson, shared some heartfelt insights exclusively with Closer Weekly, revealing why Lucy believed her first marriage to Desi Arnaz was the real deal.

Lucy Knew What She Had with Desi

Tom Watson, a confidant of Lucille's, spoke candidly about the bond between Lucy and Desi. "I was around her enough to know, I really know," Tom emphasized. "They were the perfect match in so many ways, but also the toughest partners for each other. They had the ability to push all the right buttons and all the wrong ones. Ultimately, though, they were better off apart when it came to their personal lives."

From Marriage to Divorce: A Bittersweet Chapter

After two decades together and the arrival of two children—Lucie Arnaz, now 67, and Desi Arnaz Jr., now 66—the legendary couple decided to part ways in 1960. "For whatever reasons, the first marriage didn't work out," Tom reflected. "But Lucy never discarded Desi. They became good friends because they shared something precious: their children."

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Desi moved on to marry Edith Mack Hirsch in 1963, while Lucy tied the knot with Gary Morton in 1961. Despite their romantic relationship ending, Lucy and Desi remained committed to co-parenting their kids and maintaining a respectful relationship.

A Lesson in Moving Forward

Tom shared an important life lesson from Lucy and Desi's story: "Too often, when people divorce, they cut ties completely and engage in endless battles. They forget that at one point, they meant everything to each other." He added, "It wasn't an overnight transformation, but after a brief cooling-off period, they chose to move forward as friends. That's a testament to their maturity and love for their family."