Matt Rife, a comedian, has been on the spotlight again, but not because of his performances on the stage. Instead, he has ventured into the inquisitive world of the supernatural. Rife has just purchased the infamous house that used to belong to Ed and Lorraine Warren, the legendary hunters whose names are attached to such cases as The Conjuring and Annabelle. Along with the house came a disturbing legacy, more than seven hundred objects claimed to be haunted, including the actual Annabelle doll. The acquisition has been a source of fascination and uneasiness, as not many people would want to reside in such reminders of the unknown.
Who is Matt Rife?
He is a comedian, actor and television personality that has been able to grow rapidly due to determination and charisma. He started his stand-up career at the age of fifteen and first came into the limelight of the public on MTV Wild ‘N Out where he became the youngest member of the cast. He has over the years developed a cult following, particularly among the younger generations who find his vitality and humor attractive. He is now in the weird place of laughter and fear, by seizing hold of one of the most haunted houses in America.
From Stage to Stardom: Matt Rife’s Stand-Up Highlights
In 2019, he made the semi-finals in NBC’s Bring the Funny, yet another indication of his perseverance in a saturated industry. He was also briefly a host on the revival of MTV TRL, an experiment that not only showed him to be at ease in front of the camera but also capable of adjusting to any stage that would take him. The best step made by Rife was his own. He created and published a few stand-alone comedy specials, including Only Fans, Matthew Steven Rife, and Walking Red Flag.
In 2024, he came back with Lucid and proved what many people already assumed, that he had become one of the brightest representatives of his generation in comedy. In 2025, Forbes ranked him seventh on the list of the most profitable digital creators, estimating his value at fifty million dollars. Having a large following on the internet and theatres packed all over the world, Matt Rife has evolved into more than a fast-thinking newcomer and one of the most powerful figures in the contemporary entertainment industry.
The Haunted Purchase: How Matt Rife Announced His Spooky New Home
Comedian Matt Rife took to the social media to announce that he has purchased the former home and Occult Museum that was owned by Ed and Lorraine Warren, the renowned investigators of the unseen. In his announcement he said that he will serve as custodian of the entire collection of the Warrens over the next five years- a morbid inheritance of which is the infamous Annabelle doll.
Accompanied by his friend, Elton Castee, Rife talked about his lifelong interest in the world beyond reason and his admiration of The Conjuring films, and the acquisition as a unique privilege to keep a fragment of supernatural history. He honored the Warrens, who helped to make the study of hauntings and possession out of the shadows into popular culture. But he has more than preservation in mind. Rife is planning to re-open the premise, where people can stay overnight or take a guided tour of the halls.
Conclusion
So Matt Rife has stopped cracking jokes and is now cracking the doors of the most infamous haunted house in America because apparently, a 50 million net worth and sold-out comedy tours were not thrilling enough. Whether it is brilliantly bold or delightfully unhinged, it is up to the person you ask about the decision of the comedian to become the caretaker of the Warren collection. When the majority of the celebrities amass sports cars or real estate, Rife chose 750 cursed items and a demonic doll with a killing history.
It is the type of buy that leaves you asking yourself whether his next comedy special will be called Possessed or My Roommate Annabelle. Whether this project will turn out to be a cultural icon or the staging area of the greatest prank in the world is yet to be witnessed. The only thing is that Rife has discovered how to make people sit on the edge of their seats- even when he is not joking. Only do not expect him to give Airbnb discounts.
FAQs
Q1: Who is Matt Rife?
Matt Rife is a comedian who began doing stand-up at the age of fifteen and became the youngest cast member in Wild ‘N Out on MTV. He has since become a comedy juggernaut with several specials such as Only Fans and Walking Red Flag. He is now trading punchlines to paranormal activity as the new proprietor of the Warren Occult Museum.
Q2: Why did Matt Rife buy a haunted house?
It seems that because being a regular real estate is too dull when you are worth $50 million, apparently. Rife says that he is a lifelong fan of The Conjuring movies and the supernatural world. He considers the purchase as an honor to keep the history of paranormal alive and to honor the legacy of the Warrens. Either it is a fervent ode to his interests or the biggest content creation plan ever thought of. In any case, his Instagram stories are soon to become considerably more spooky than usual.
Q3: Is the Annabelle doll actually dangerous?
Warren lore states that the Annabelle doll is linked to violent acts and demonic activity, hence the reason it was locked in a special case with warnings everywhere. It may be truly possessed or it may be great advertising, but that is up to you. What cannot be disputed is that it is creepy enough to give rise to several horror movies. Rife is now left to discover with his own eyes whether those tales are true.
Q4: Can people visit the Warren collection?
Yes! Rife intends to reopen the property as a place where people can visit, and they can take guided tours or even spend the night there as the most daring or the most foolish. The museum will provide paranormal lovers and horror fans an opportunity to enjoy the collection that gave rise to millions of nightmares, but with a commentary of a comedian.
