Shoutout to Rachel McDonald and Princeton University — Todd Purdum’s alma mater — for featuring “Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television” in the Alumni Weekly! Desi Arnaz: #TheManWhoInventedTelevision is out now! Grab your copy today 📖 @pawprinceton.bsky.social

🗣️ SAVE THE DATE, LOS ANGELES! Join Todd S. Purdum and Sam Wasson for a conversation about Desi Arnaz’s life, career, and incredible legacy in television on September 16th. 📺 Hosted by Writers Bloc Presents as part of their 30th anniversary series! Tickets on sale now 🎟️

Check out the full video of Todd S. Purdum discussing his new book “Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television” with Maureen Dowd! 📖 🎥 Available now on the @politicsprose.bsky.social YouTube channel! #DesiArnaz #TheManWhoInventedTelevision

“It’s a detailed and compelling look at an ace performer who became the first Latino star and first Latino executive in American TV.” ⭐️ Thanks to @edeggans.bsky.social for including “Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television” on @npr.org’s list of Staffers’ Favorite Nonfiction Books of 2025!

The success of I Love Lucy is often credited to Lucille Ball's comedic talent, but biographer Todd Purdum says Desi Arnaz was more than just "second banana" to Lucy. He also helped shape the modern sitcom.

Join Todd S. Purdum this weekend to hear him discuss his new book “Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television”! 📖 Friday 6/20: @politicsprose.bsky.social in DC Saturday 6/21: @booksandbooks.bsky.social in Coral Gables, FL See you there! 🙌 #DesiArnazBook

So grateful to Chevalier's Books LA and Hollywood historian Sam Wasson, who interviewed me for the packed launch of “Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Hollywood”! Friends, family and Desilu fans filled this Larchmont Village Treasure. Hat tip to owner Bert Deixler! #DesiArnazBook

DESI ARNAZ: THE MAN WHO INVENTED TELEVISION 🎥 Explore the life of the trailblazer who revolutionized television and brought laughter to millions, leaving a remarkable legacy that continues to influence American culture today. Written by Todd S. Purdum. Out now! 📖 #DesiArnazBook #DesiArnaz