The William (Will) Randolph Fowler Collection highlights the literary works of Will and his father Gene Fowler. Gene is best known as a New York newspaperman and screen writer for 20 th Century Fox. Will Fowler is known for his many endeavors, including musician, newspaperman, publicist, and author. The collection contains materials written by both Fowlers, including articles as they appeared when published, correspondence, drafts, galley proofs, typescripts, and musical scores as well as photographs and audio recordings.

William Randolph Fowler (1922-2004) was born in New York in 1922. He and his family moved to Southern California in 1935. Fowler attended Beverly Hills High School, graduating in 1940.

31.61 linear feet

Copyright for unpublished materials authored or otherwise produced by the creator(s) of this collection has not been transferred to California State University, Northridge. Copyright status for other materials is unknown. Transmission or reproduction of materials protected by U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.C.) beyond that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the copyright owners. Works not in the public domain cannot be commercially exploited without permission of the copyright owners. Responsibility for any use rests exclusively with the user.

The collection is open for research use.