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Economic Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Could Dan Rivera's chilling final Facebook post about Annabelle have predicted his untimely death?
Dan Rivera spent decades investigating the bizarre and unexplained. His final days were spent traveling with one of America's most notorious haunted objects, the Annabelle doll. He is no longer alive, just days after making a chilling Facebook post. The paranormal community is stunned and asking investigator Dan Rivera died on July 13 in a Gettysburg hotel while on tour with the haunted Annabelle doll. His eerie final Facebook post hinted at the doll's upcoming appearances. While his death is not considered suspicious, the timing has sent chills down the spines of fans and fellow investigators across the allegedly possessed doll, made famous by the Conjuring film series, was with Rivera when they traveled. Rivera assisted in leading the rare public tour of the real Annabelle, a Raggedy Ann doll that is usually kept safely behind glass at the Warrens' Occult Museum in Evening Sun reports that although Rivera's death is not currently thought to be suspicious, an autopsy will be performed to ascertain the cause of death. What did Rivera post before he died? What's sending chills down the spines of his followers, though, is Rivera's final message on social media, a message that, in retrospect, feels hauntingly prophetic. On July 8, just five days before he died, Rivera shared a Facebook post warning fans about Annabelle's next public appearance. 'MAINE… SHE'S COMING!!!!' he wrote. 'The doll that inspired The Conjuring Universe will be on full display… but don't say we didn't warn you.' The post encouraged fans to confront their fears by seeing the supposedly possessed doll up close and hinted that some may experience more than they bargained for. 'Annabelle is waiting,' Rivera warned. 'Will you come see her... or will she come see you?'That appearance in Maine was set to take place at the Paranormal and Horror Convention. Rivera never made it. ALSO READ: Trump's niece issues grim warning about his health: 'He's Not Well' Earlier that month, he had also posted a short video captioned ominously: 'GET READY GETTYSBURG! ON THE ROAD THIS WEEK. ITS THE FINAL COUNTDOWN.' That message, combined with his sudden death during the tour, has left many is no ordinary doll. While horror fans may recognize her from The Conjuring films, the real Annabelle is a vintage Raggedy Ann doll that has long been housed behind a protective glass case in the Warrens' Occult Museum in Connecticut. Ed and Lorraine Warren, legendary paranormal investigators, declared the doll to be demonically possessed, claiming it had caused physical harm and even death to those who disrespected to popular demand, Annabelle was recently allowed out for a rare public tour but only under strict control. Rivera was one of the experts responsible for ensuring the doll remained safe and contained during transport and viewing. He took the role seriously, often speaking publicly about the risks of messing with the the wake of his death, Rivera's Facebook page has become a mix of tribute and worry. Fans are leaving messages mourning his loss, while others can't help but wonder about the timing. One commenter wrote, 'They keep playing with the spirit world and have no clue it is to be respected.' Another warned, 'I hear you can take her to tour but CANNOT under any circumstance take her out of the box!!!'Dan Rivera believed in what he was doing, and his sudden passing has cast a somber shadow over the paranormal community. For many, the eerie coincidence between his final posts and his death is hard to ignore. What did Dan Rivera do with the Annabelle doll before he died?He was touring the haunted doll for public appearances, one of which was scheduled in Maine. Is foul play suspected in Rivera's death? No. The death is not currently considered suspicious by authorities, but an autopsy is being conducted.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Dan Rivera's last Facebook post about 'Annabelle' sends chills after his death
Dan Rivera, a well-known paranormal investigator, was found dead in a Gettysburg, Pennsylvania hotel room on July 13 while touring with the infamous 'Annabelle' doll --said to be one of the most haunted objects in the world. He was 54. Rivera had been traveling with the supposedly possessed doll, which gained notoriety through The Conjuring movie franchise. Though the real Annabelle is a Raggedy Ann doll typically kept secured behind glass at the Warrens' Occult Museum in Connecticut, it had recently been brought out for a rare public tour—one Rivera helped lead. According to the Evening Sun, Rivera's death is not currently considered suspicious, but an autopsy will be conducted to determine the official cause. Just a week before his death, Rivera posted a video of Annabelle with an ominous caption: 'GET READY GETTYSBURG! ON THE ROAD THIS WEEK. ITS THE FINAL COUNTDOWN.' Rivera's final Facebook post came on July 8, when he warned followers of the doll's next appearance: 'MAINE… SHE'S COMING!!!! For the FIRST time ever, the infamous Annabelle—yes, that Annabelle—from the Warrens' Occult Museum is leaving her case and making her way to the Maine Paranormal and Horror Convention.' Screengrab from the viral post. He continued with a chilling description: 'The doll that inspired The Conjuring Universe will be on full display, secured and under strict observation… but don't say we didn't warn you.' In the same post, he urged fans to confront their fears: 'This is your chance to: Stand in the presence of America's most haunted object. Grab a once-in-a-lifetime photo. Hear from experts on the real history behind the legend. Feel the chill creep up your spine as you lock eyes with evil. Not for the faint of heart. Not to be missed.' And finally, he wrote: 'Annabelle is waiting. Will you come see her... or will she come see you?' Rivera never made it to Maine. In the wake of his death, his Facebook comment section has become a place of both mourning and speculation. 'I hear you can take her to tour but CANNOT under any circumstance take her out of the box!!!' one person warned. 'They keep playing with the spirit world and have no clue it is to be respected,' another added.
Newsweek
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'The Conjuring: Last Rites' Trailer Teases The Warrens' Terrifying Final Case
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors The Conjuring Universe remains one of the most popular horror franchises of all time, grossing over $2 billion with hit films like 'The Nun,' 'Annabelle,' and 'La Llorona.' However, the franchise is defined by its main series, which follows demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren (Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga) as they solve some of their most terrifying cases. Now, the main franchise is coming to an end with 'The Conjuring: Last Rites.' And it could be the Warren's most terrifying case yet. Still from 'The Conjuring'. Still from 'The Conjuring'. Warner Bros Warner Bros. has officially dropped the first teaser for 'The Conjuring: Last Rites,' and it hits everything that fans of demonic horror films will love, including possessed toys, horrifying hallucinations, and terrifying creatures. The film is set for a theatrical release on Sept. 5, 2025. More Entertainment: 'Conjuring: Last Rites' Shares First Look At Franchise Finale "Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront," the official synopsis reads. Alongside Wilson and Farmiga, the film stars Mia Tomlinson as their daughter, Judy, and Ben Hardy as her boyfriend, Tony Spera. The film is directed by Michael Chaves, who also directed the third film, 'The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It.' It is produced by franchise creators James Wan and Peter Safran. More Entertainment: 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Trailer Reveals Bloody First Look at Legacy Sequel 'The Conjuring: Last Rites' marks the end of Wilson and Farmiga's tenure as Ed and Lorraine Warren, and everyone involved seems wistful about it. "It is the end of the road. It's got to be the end of the road," Farmiga said, per Entertainment Weekly. "I would literally explode on camera. What Last Rites demanded of us physically, emotionally, mentally, stamina-wise... "It's been a long haul, man. It's been a really, really long haul, but it's time. It is time to trade her clairvoyance in for crossword puzzles. She's going to take up some tai chi. They're going to Turks and Caicos, baby, and so am I." Prepare for the end. #TheConjuring : Last Rites - Only in Theaters September 5. See the Trailer NOW! — The Conjuring Universe (@ConjuringFilms) May 8, 2025 However, Safran and Wan are looking forward to the new future of the franchise. "It's the end of the story with Patrick and Vera as Ed and Lorraine," Safran said. "It doesn't rule out opportunities to do things down the line, but without really knowing exactly what I could say, I feel like The Conjuring is still a great playground." "It really is putting a closure to the story, to the characters that we started with 'Conjuring 1,'" Wan said. "Whatever phases that might be in the future, this is the one that we just want to be able to wrap up in the right way." More Entertainment: 'Silent Hill 2' Adaptation Set for Major Theatrical Release For more film and entertainment news, head on over to Newsweek Entertainment.
