I LOVE LUCY DAY: Lucy & Ethel in the Candy Factory

Today is I Love Lucy Day. And really, who doesn't love Lucy? I Love Lucy was one of the most watched television series of its time. Today's unofficial holiday commemorates the day in 1951, when the show, starring real-life couple at that time, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, debuted on CBS.

Being that it's all about chocolate for me, here's my favorite scene from the Queen of Comedy: Lucy and Ethel in the Candy Factory.

And, in case you're curious about where this episode was filmed: Filming actually took place at the See's Candies factory in Los Angeles, on May 30, 1952.  Lucille Ball and Vivian Vance spent half a day learning the ropes, dipping chocolates and packing candy on the production line before filming began. The uniforms the two wore were actually borrowed from See's workers.

Watch the Lucy & Ethel in the Candy Factory clip below. 

And, if you're swept up in Barbie mania, the Lucy & Ethel in the Candy factory collectible is available on eBay. 

Happy Birthday, Lucille Ball!

Today is Lucille Ball's 100th Birthday. In honor of the day, Google has a special doodle with classic clips from I Love Lucy.

Being that it's all about chocolate for me, my favorite scene of the archetypal Queen of Comedy is of Lucy and Ethel in the Candy Factory.

Happy Birthday, Lucy!