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Todd S. Purdum's biography explores the impact on American culture by the Cuban-born entertainer who (as husband and business partner of Lucille Ball) changed the rules of TV.

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Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television Todd S. Purdum. Simon & Schuster, $29.99 (368p) ISBN 978-1-6680-2306-8 ...

A viral moment from Shaboozey and Megan Moroney at the American Music Awards has sparked debate online about country music's origins. Here's what to know.

A viral moment from Shaboozey and Megan Moroney at the American Music Awards has sparked debate online about country music's origins. Here's what to know.