What happened to Little Ricky from I Love Lucy? In this powerful and inspiring episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone sits down with Keith Thibodeaux, the former child star of I Love Lucy and The Andy Griffith Show. Keith shares his extraordinary journey—from drumming prodigy and Hollywood fame to depression, addiction, and ultimately finding hope in Jesus Christ.

Keith opens up about:
🎬 Working with Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz
🎬 His time as Opie’s best friend on The Andy Griffith Show
🎬 Becoming the drummer for David and the Giants, a Christian rock band
🎬 His spiritual transformation after a vision of Jesus
🎬 Co-leading Ballet Magnificat, the world’s largest Christian ballet company with his wife, Cathy

This is more than a nostalgic trip down memory lane—it's a testimony of redemption, purpose, and God’s unfailing love.

Whether you're a fan of classic TV, Christian music, or stories of faith, this episode will touch your heart and remind you that no one is too far gone for God.

📌 Visit Ballet Magnificat:  https://www.balletmagnificat.com
🎧 Listen to David and the Giants: “See You There” – now streaming on Spotify and other platforms. https://open.spotify.com/album/2lnCGV4BZzdmprA9DiwZJi?si=fgNFoQHRTAi8vR5BbgLMOA

📆 Interested in Summer Dance Intensives? Info at Ballet Magnificat’s site above!

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - What Happens When Little Ricky Meets Jesus?
01:00 - Keith’s Hollywood Start: Drumming & Desi Arnaz
03:00 - Cast Life on I Love Lucy
05:30 - Transitioning to The Andy Griffith Show
08:00 - Surviving Hollywood as a Child Actor
10:15 - College Years & Struggles with Identity
13:00 - Joining David and the Giants
15:00 - Keith’s Spiral: Depression & Crying Out to God
17:00 - Life-Changing Vision of Jesus Christ
18:45 - From Secular Rock to Christian Music
20:00 - The Birth of Ballet Magnificat with Cathy
22:00 - Taking Christian Ballet Worldwide
24:00 - Encouragement for Parents, Artists, and Believers
26:00 - Final Thoughts from Keith: Trust, Pray, Don’t Give Up

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