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NDTV
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
'Haunted' Annabelle Doll Back In Custody After Claims It Went Missing: "Was Never Out Of Control"
Last week, the allegedly haunted Annabelle doll sparked online panic after claims it went missing during a paranormal tour in the US. However, the doll's owner confirmed it's safely back home and "was never out of control." According to the New York Post, the doll's appearance in New Orleans coincided with a prison breakout and a devastating fire, fueling conspiracy theories. Notably, the Annabelle doll gained notoriety after being featured in the 'The Conjuring' movie series. According to Tony Spera, the owner, Annabelle is safely back at the Warren Occult Museum in Monroe, Connecticut, under lock and key. "The doll was taken on a brief tour to several locations to show the doll to enthusiasts of the paranormal. The doll was never out of our control. We take extreme precautions when handling or transporting the doll," Mr Spera told The Post. Some people believed Annabelle's visit to New Orleans was a bad omen, citing the Nottoway Plantation House fire on May 15 and the inmate escape from the Orleans Justice Centre on May 16. However, most of the escaped inmates have been recaptured. "I did not think people were taking it seriously (because) I kept seeing jokes about it on Instagram and TikTok. But, I didn't realise people were out here like, actually thinking that this was legit," Ghost City Tours founder Tim Nealon told USA Today. The Annabelle doll was owned by paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, and it's now housed in their former home, the Warren Occult Museum. The museum isn't open to the public. To protect against the doll's supposed malevolent energy, the case was treated with blessed holy water and holy oil, and crosses were cut into the wood. "The doll is blessed by a Catholic priest before moving it, while on tour and after it is returned to the museum. On the tour, a Catholic priest, Father Bob, travelled with us the entire trip," Mr Spera added.
New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Demonic ‘Annabelle' doll ‘safely back' in custody after claims it escaped, caused havoc in NOLA
The real-life 'Annabelle' doll was blamed for a string of alarming incidents by conspiracy theorists that claimed it escaped while on tour in New Orleans — but its owner confirmed it's safely back home and 'was never out of control.' The diabolical — and supposedly demonic — Raggedy Ann doll fictionalized in 'The Conjuring' movie series made a pit stop at Ghost City Tours office in the Big Easy in mid-May — the same week of a dating prison breakout and a devastating fire at a former plantation nearby. The timing led to speculation that the doll was behind the chaos. Advertisement 3 The 'Annabelle' doll is back in Connecticut after a brief tour. Matthew McDermott But she's 'safely back' behind lock and key at the Warren Occult Museum in Monroe, Connecticut, owner Tony Spera told The Post. 'The doll was taken on a brief tour to several locations to show the doll to enthusiasts of the paranormal,' Spera said. Advertisement 'The doll was never out of our control. We take extreme precautions when handling or transporting the doll.' The precautions, which included having a Catholic priest traveling with Annabelle, apparently weren't enough for some observers who believe the doll's stint in New Orleans on May 13 and 14 was a bad omen. An inferno destroyed the historic Nottoway Plantation House between Baton Rouge and New Orleans on May 15 and the next day 10 inmates escaped from the Orleans Justice Center. Most inmates have since been recaptured. 'I did not think people were taking it seriously, (because) I kept seeing jokes about it on Instagram and TikTok,' Ghost City Tours founder Tim Nealon told USA Today. Advertisement 'But, I didn't realize people were out here like, actually thinking that this was legit.' 3 Fire crews took on the fire at the Nottoway Plantation on Thursday, May 15. AP He said some people are 'absolutely convinced' Ghost City Tours is culpable in the prison break and fire. 'Why didn't you just leave her where she was at,' one person asked the Ghost City Tours on their Facebook page. 'Did it cross your mind maybe she was there for a reason. Some things are better left alone.' Advertisement 'You shouldn't have moved her,' another social media user chimed in. Late husband and wife Ed and Lorraine Warren, the famous paranormal investigators, owned Annabelle along with other haunted relics at the museum before their deaths. 3 The inmates escaped from the NOLA prison. Spera, the Warren's son-in-law, has carried on their work as leader of the New England Society for Psychic Research. He said in his email that one of his workers used blessed holy water and holy oil, which was mixed into the stain that was then applied to the wood case. Other religious fixtures, including crosses cut into each side of the case, were also affixed to the case for the tour. 'The doll is blessed by a Catholic priest, before moving it, while on tour and after it is returned to the museum,' Spera said. Advertisement 'On the tour, a Catholic priest, Father Bob, traveled with us the entire trip.' With Post wires
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Dark tourism expert reveals chilling details amid Annabelle doll's vanishing rumours, ‘We may be dealing with…'
Amidst fears and speculations over Annabelle's US tour, one specialist in dark tourism has uncovered the eerie past of the 'demonically possessed' doll. Horror enthusiasts went into a frenzy last week following rumors that the haunting doll vanished during her ongoing '2025 Devils on the Run Tour.' Annabelle and other ghostly items have been on display for fans throughout the US during this tour. The renowned Raggedy Ann doll has appeared in several iconic horror films, including Annabelle and The Conjuring. Following her track record of evil behavior, many followers were terrified to learn that she had reportedly been lost during her transportation in New Orleans, Louisiana. Also Read: Elon Musk's viral 'hallucinating' video sparks buzz on social media; 'Somebody clocked him' Rumors circulated that Annabelle disappeared during a sold-out event held at the Ghost City Tours office in New Orleans from May 13 to May 14. Ten prisoners fled from the Orleans Justice Center, and a fire erupted at the Nottoway Plantation. The origin of the fire is still unknown. Many horror enthusiasts assumed Annabelle was responsible for this series of frightening incidents. Matthew Bartels, a content strategist for US Ghost Adventures and an expert in the dark tourism sector, discussed this strange coincidence with The Mirror US, saying: 'Her disappearance raises many questions about her true capabilities following the chaos that ensued as she visited New Orleans.' 'The Warrens warned the general public to never let her leave her case. Now that she has, we may be dealing with greater paranormal powers than we are prepared for,' Bartels added. Annabelle's caregivers have since refuted these speculations, but horror enthusiasts have recently developed a renewed interest in her past. While Robert the Doll is the most notorious haunted doll in the world, Annabelle ranked at second, as per the US Ghost Adventures website. According to reports by US Ghost Adventures, the main target of Annabelle's fury was Donna's friend Lou, who felt uncomfortable in its presence. 'Notes to Lou were left on scraps of parchment paper despite neither Donna nor Angie ever having any on hand. Things escalated when Annabelle physically assaulted Lou, scratching him across the chest as she tried to strangle him.'
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Annabelle is not missing': Haunted doll found after online rumors spark panic
The infamous "haunted" Annabelle doll has been found safe and sound at the Warrens' Occult Museum, putting an end to a wave of social media rumors claiming the doll had gone missing. Dan Rivera, lead investigator at the New England Society for Psychic Research, confirmed in a TikTok video that the supposedly possessed doll never left its secured wooden case. 'I'm here at the museum right now, and I just wanna show you guys that Annabelle is in the Warrens' Occult Museum. Let's go inside and let's check,' he says in the video. 'Annabelle is not missing. She is not in Chicago,' he added. 'She has never been missing'. Annabelle goes 'missing', fans claim The panic began after the real-life Raggedy Ann doll, linked to a 1970s paranormal case investigated by famed ghost hunters Ed and Lorraine Warren, was featured in a U.S. tour called Devils on the Run. The exhibition's mobility led to online speculation that Annabelle had escaped during the tour, triggering fear among horror fans. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trekking pants for mountain sports and adventure travel Trek Kit India Shop Now Undo The organization later posted on Facebook to reassure the public: 'It's a rumor... Annabelle has NOT been stolen. The doll is safely in place at the Warren Occult Museum.' Annabelle gained notoriety after the Warrens claimed she was manipulated by a demonic entity and exhibited disturbing behavior like moving on her own and leaving eerie notes. Her story became the basis for The Conjuring film series. Not a first when Annabelle went 'missing' This isn't the first time the doll has stirred public fear. In 2020, Tony Spera , the Warrens' son-in-law, had to deny similar rumors in another video, assuring viewers that 'Annabelle's here. She didn't go anywhere.' In a selfie video, Spera said 'I'm here to tell you something, I don't know if you want to hear this or not, but Annabelle did not escape'. He added: 'Annabelle's here. She didn't go anywhere. She didn't take a trip. She didn't fly first class and she didn't go out to visit her boyfriend,' he said as he showed Annabelle in her glass case. 'So here she is. Let's put the rumors to rest, guys. 'I appreciate all the concern. I'd be concerned if Annabelle really did leave because she's nothing to play with.' AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Was the Annabelle doll lost from her safe wooden case? Here's what we know
The spookiest, gut-churning doll, Annabelle, was rumoured to have been lost by the authorities after she was taken out for a tour around the USA, causing panic all over the internet. Well, the caretakers of the demonic doll gave an official statement that no such thing had happened, and the Americans were calm, while others had quite a laugh. Annabelle and her connection to Hollywood horror tales The Annabelle doll's first on-screen appearance was seen in James Wan's 2013 horror film 'The Conjuring.' In the movie, Ed and Lorraine Warren, the real-life paranormal investigators played by actors Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, briefly recount the story of a possessed doll, the famous red-haired rag doll, aka Annabelle. The doll is locked away in their Occult Museum, in a glass case with a sign - 'Warning: Positively Do Not Open.' And this short sequence was enough to intrigue the audience, further prompting filmmakers to delve deeper into her terrifying backstory, leading to Annabelle's own trilogy - Annabelle (2014), Annabelle: Creation (2017), Annabelle Comes Home (2019). What happened with Annabelle getting lost? Ghost City Tours teamed up with Annabelle's caretaker and decided to sell tickets, where they told the history of the doll and showed the haunting creature. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 모공각화증, 긁지 말고 이것 해보세요 현명한소비자 Undo Well, despite the tour being a massive success, the internet was quick to blame Annabelle for the escape of 10 prisoners from New Orleans Jail and a fire at Nottoway Plantation, even though the authorities ruled out any 'otherworldly' assistance. Later, the rumours of Annabelle going missing started surfacing on the internet after the locals in Louisiana were not able to see the doll. The netizens connected the dots, and the panic caused them to think Annabelle has been out of the box, and has started her paranormal activities. What were the comments? One user wrote on X, ' just saw a post on Facebook that they LOST THE ANNABELLE DOLL? I'm fleeing the country goodbye.' Another user commented, 'THEY LOST THE ANNABELLE DOLL?? LIKE?? THE HAUNTED ANNABELLE DOLL?? They take her on a tour around America...... AND THEN THEY LOOSE HER? BRAH?' A third mapped the entire facts and stated, 'May 13, 2025, Annabelle, one of the most haunted dolls from Monroe, Connecticut was moved to New Orleans, Louisiana. May 15th, the Nottoway Plantation burned down. May 16th, 11 inmates escaped the Orleans Parish Prison escape. The Warrens warned, Annabelle should never be moved.' Others had quite a laugh, 'hahahahahaha what a lucky day to be an indian,' one wrote. While another suggested, 'get her in the White House, theres a certain someone who she might like.' No! Annabelle is not lost! Well, there is no need to worry about the lost doll, Annabelle is not lost! In a TikTok video, New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR) lead investigator Dan Rivera stated, "I'm here at the museum right now, and I just wanna show you guys that Annabelle is in the Warrens' Occult Museum. Annabelle is not missing; she's not in Chicago,' showing that the doll in safely tucked inside the wooden box. Additionally, NESPR wrote on their Facebook page, 'It's a rumour... Annabelle has NOT been stolen. The doll is safely in place at the Warren Occult Museum." Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
