Raggedy Annabelle

In this episode of Loregasm, we explore:

• The 1970 haunting of Donna and Angie and the disturbing Annabelle Higgins spirit backstory.
• The infamous “Help Us” and “Help Lou” notes — and why no physical evidence exists.
• Lou’s violent scratching and claims of demonic attack.
• The psychic medium’s misread and the Warren investigation.
• Annabelle’s decades in the Warren Occult Museum and the blessing rituals meant to “contain” her.
• Real-life Annabelle curse stories — accidents and deaths linked to mocking her.
• Annabelle’s tour appearances at haunted prisons, plantations, and paranormal conventions.
• How Matt Rife and Elton Castee became Annabelle’s legal guardians in 2025.
• Skeptical perspectives: was Annabelle a demon… or a PR stunt?

🔗 Sources & References

• Warren, Ed & Lorraine. The Demonologist: The Extraordinary Career of Ed and Lorraine Warren. iUniverse, 1980.
• Spera, Tony. NESPR archives & public statements.
• “Annabelle: The True Story of a Demonic Doll.” Warrens.net.
• CT Insider – Annabelle the doll is going on tour
  
  
• CT Insider – Matt Rife, Elton Castee become legal guardians of Annabelle doll
  
  
• EW.com – Matt Rife buys Warren’s Occult Museum house
  
  
• I95 Rock – Annabelle Doll Left the Connecticut Museum
  
  
• US Ghost Adventures – The Wrath of Annabelle Continues Through the U.S.
  
  
• Times of India – Paranormal investigator Dan Rivera dies during Annabelle tour
  
  

Creators and Guests

Host

Dayna Pereira

Show Host of Multiple Chart Hitting Podcasts. French Fry and Wine Enthusiast

What is Loreplay?

Dayna Pereira is the sarcastic solo host of Loreplay, serving up paranormal stories, haunted history, creepy folklore, and weird legends with a playful twist. Equal parts storyteller and skeptic, she blends dark humor, spooky vibes, and a love for the bizarre into binge-worthy episodes for fans of ghost stories, urban legends, and true crime with a paranormal twist.