Paranormal Investigator Dan Rivera, 54, Dies While Touring with Haunted Annabelle Doll
— Dan Rivera passed away unexpectedly during the final stop of the sold-out “Devils on the Run” tour featuring the haunted Annabelle doll.
Sudden Passing on Tour
Dan Rivera, a 54-year-old paranormal investigator and veteran of the U.S. Army, passed away unexpectedly on July 13, 2025, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. He collapsed at a hotel during the final stop of the sold-out “Devils on the Run” tour, which featured the infamous Raggedy Ann doll known as Annabelle.
On‑Scene Emergency Response
Emergency responders arrived at Rivera’s room and administered CPR, but he was pronounced dead before leaving the scene. The local coroner noted his death appeared non-suspicious, though the official cause remains pending.
About Dan Rivera
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Served in the U.S. Army before spending over a decade researching paranormal phenomena.
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Senior lead investigator for the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR), an organization rooted in the legacy of famed demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren.
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Gained a following through appearances on Most Haunted Places, served as consulting producer on Netflix’s 28 Days Haunted, and frequently went viral on TikTok for his haunted-location investigations.
The Annabelle Tour
Rivera was on tour with Annabelle, the original Raggedy Ann doll believed to be demonically possessed since 1970 and the inspiration behind The Conjuring film series. The Gettysburg leg of the “Devils on the Run” tour, hosted at the Soldiers National Orphanage by Ghostly Images of Gettysburg, featured three fully sold-out shows before Rivera’s collapse.
Community Mourns
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NESPR shared: “We are heartbroken… Dan truly believed in sharing his experiences and educating people on the paranormal.”
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Ghostly Images of Gettysburg called him a “great man and good friend.”
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Family and peers describe him as a loving husband and father of four, admired for his warmth, strength, and dedication.
Legacy of Investigation
Rivera’s followers praised his role in continuing the Warrens’ mission. His educational approach helped bring younger audiences into paranormal exploration. His public demonstrations often included equipment and rituals rooted in Santeria traditions and spiritual protections.
Final Reflection
Dan Rivera’s untimely death has left a void in the paranormal research community. He is remembered not just for guiding audiences through eerie lore, but for his compassionate and thoughtful approach to the unknown.
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