Lloyd Bridges & Boris Karloff 1934 UCLA Yearbook

Description

Own an extraordinary dual-highlight piece of Hollywood history with this original 1934 University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) yearbook, featuring early documented appearances of future screen legends Lloyd Bridges and Boris Karloff. Published under the Southern Campus / Stylus era imprint, this richly detailed yearbook captures a vibrant snapshot of campus life in Los Angeles during the Golden Age of Hollywood’s early development.

The yearbook features an olive-green leather cover with embossed text reading “SOUTHERN / CAMPUS”. The interior includes period inscriptions, including handwritten text under “STYLUS” reading “Wesley,” and another handwritten name on the interior cover most likely referencing ownership: Virginia Urich.

Lloyd Bridges is extensively documented throughout the publication, including three photographs on page 170 in a school play, and a printed mention on page 173 as a director of a play. Additional appearances include a basketball photograph on page 280 (center proper right), participation imagery with the Interfraternity Junior Council on page 333, membership in Sigma Alpha Epsilon on page 352, involvement with the Blackstonian Pre-legal fraternity on page 407, and appearances with both the Motion Picture Club on page 416 and the University Dramatics Society on page 437.

Boris Karloff is also featured prominently, with a photograph on page 233, as well as two additional images on page 326 (top center and bottom proper left), offering a rare early collegiate-era glimpse of the actor long before his iconic role in Frankenstein and his legendary career in horror cinema.

This 1934 UCLA yearbook stands as an exceptional collectible combining two major Hollywood figures in their formative years, making it highly desirable for collectors of classic film history, early Hollywood memorabilia, and university ephemera tied to entertainment legends.

Condition

Light dirt residue present throughout both the obverse and reverse covers. Edges at the top and bottom of the binding show wear consistent with age and handling. Yellowing is present on the interior of the front and back covers. Pages are slightly loose from the binding at the front and back, though the yearbook remains intact and complete.

Item Dimensions

12.25" high x 9.5" wide x 1.25" thick