Comedian Matt Rife Becomes Guardian of Warren Collection and Annabelle Doll

Comedian Matt Rife has announced that he has become the official guardian of the renowned Warren Collection, including the infamous Annabelle doll. Sharing the news on TikTok on August 1, Rife revealed that he and fellow content creator Elton Castee now oversee Ed and Lorraine Warren's historic haunted house and artifact collection. The Warren family's former residence in Monroe, Connecticut, known for housing the Occult Museum, has been closed for years due to zoning regulations. Rife expressed his excitement about the role, stating, "I'm deeply passionate about the paranormal and haunted artifacts, so it's a tremendous honor to oversee such a significant site in paranormal history." He also shared plans to open the property to the public, offering day tours, overnight stays, and weekend investigations, allowing visitors to explore the eerie history firsthand. While Rife clarified that he is serving as a legal caretaker rather than owner of the items, he emphasized his responsibility over the haunted objects, including the notorious Annabelle doll—a Raggedy Ann toy believed to be possessed, inspiring films like "The Conjuring" and "Annabelle." The doll was previously under the c...