Category Archives: Lugosi in Los Angeles

Lugosi in Los Angeles: 2643 Creston Drive

On October 21st, 1931 Bela Lugosi leased an apartment in a house located at 2643 Creston Drive. The house was located on a treacherous winding road high in the Hollywood Hills. This location was an odd choice for a man who … Continue reading

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Lugosi in Los Angeles: The Hollywood Athletic Club

Bela Lugosi’s second Los Angeles residence was the Hollywood Athletic Club. The Hollywood Athletic Club was built in 1924 by LA architectural firm Meyer & Holler, which also built notable Hollywood buildings Grauman’s Chinese Theatre and Grauman’s Egyptian Theatre. When … Continue reading

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Lugosi in Los Angeles: The Ambassador Hotel

Bela Lugosi lived in the Los Angeles area from 1928 until his death in 1956. Our new feature “Lugosi in Los Angeles” takes a closer look at some of Lugoi’s LA homes. Bela Lugosi’s first Los Angeles residence was the … Continue reading

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