‘Ghost Hunters’ Star Speaks Out as Police Call Dan Rivera’s Death ‘Natural’ originally appeared on Parade. Dan Rivera’s sudden death sparked a wave of speculation—and now one of the biggest names in paranormal investigation is speaking out.

The paranormal investigator died suddenly after touring with Annabelle, a doll that is said to be possessed by evil spirits.

After paranormal investigator Dan Rivera was found dead amid a national tour with the Annabelle doll, a known inspiration for The Conjuring films, the coroner addressed its role in his death.