Top 13 Scariest Things That Have Happened On Friday The 13th
2026 is quite the year for Friday the 13th. This year, we have 3 extremely unlucky days to choose from (sidenote: if you want to know when the next Friday the 13th is, check out our calendar). To honor this special/terrifying year, we have compiled a list of the 13 scariest IRL events that have happened on Friday the 13th in years past. 1. Double Whammy On October 13th, 1972, Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571, chartered by an amateur rugby team, was on its way to Santiago, Chile, when it crashed into the Andes mountains in Argentina. Of the 45… Read more »
The Last Castrato – Alessandro Moreschi
A Boy’s Voice Trapped in a Man’s Body Alessandro Moreschi, born January 11, 1858, in Monte Compatri, Italy, is known as the last ever castrato singer. As a young boy, Moreschi loved to sing and would often practice in the chapel of the Madonna del Castagno. Castrated when he was young, Moreschi was known for his mezzo-soprano vocals. Alessandro’s voice is known to be the only ever recorded castrato, making the recordings haunting to hear. What is a Castrato? A castrato was a male singer who was castrated before puberty. Prepubertal castration resulted in a distinct vocal physiology with adult lung capacity… Read more »
The Hauntings of Merrill and Ivy Michigan
In the heart of Michigan lies the minuscule village of Merrill. With a population of just seven hundred and seventy-eight, it’s the kind of place where everyone knows their neighbor’s name, and friendly handshakes and shouts across the street are commonplace. On the surface, life in Merrill seems uneventful, but beneath the quiet facade, a dark secret has lingered for decades. Two haunted homes, separated by a mere three miles, have plagued the lives of local families. The Midcalf family, desperate for answers, grapples with unexplained and terrifying experiences. Meanwhile, the Pomeraning family seeks closure from the malevolent entity that has made their lives supremely uncomfortable. These… Read more »
The Winchester Mystery House Turns 100
The Winchester Mystery House, located in San Jose, California, is turning 100 years old this year. The house is a marvel of Victorian architecture and paranormal activity. Its enduring legacy has been the subject of eerie tales and Hollywood movies. 100 Years of Mystery at the Winchester House The history of the house dates back to 1884 when Sarah Winchester began construction on what would become the largest residential home ever built in the United States. Sarah was the widow of William Wirt Winchester, co-owner of the famous firearms company which bears his name. After her husband’s death, Sarah moved… Read more »
Top Haunts In Hollywood
Lights! Camera! Haunting! Hollywood, California is where all the greatest major motion pictures and television series emanate from. Glitzy celebrities, paparazzi, fame, and endless fans have all gathered here over the many decades to celebrate the latest in entertainment. Over time celebrities pass, fame is fleeting, and fans find other stars. So what is left to be? Here are the Top Five Haunted Places in Hollywood: The Entity House In 1974, a divorced mother of four children named Doris Bither moved her family into a small, West Los Angeles home. Having one younger girl and three older boys, space was… Read more »
The Ghost of Theodosia Burr
Paranormal enthusiasts agree, that whenever a person tends to die either an incredibly violent or sudden death, that their spirit remains here on Earth. Something about the energy of such a living person that is taken in a way, leaves an indelible imprint on things. Of all people, a former Vice President of the United States, his very daughter suffered such a fate and is said to still be haunting to this very day. Who was Theodosia Burr? In 1801, Aaron Burr was selected to serve as Vice President to then President-elect Thomas Jefferson. Burr’s only surviving child to adulthood… Read more »
The Legend of Krampus
Christmas Day is the absolute greatest day for children everywhere. For those young enough, they go to bed with sweet anticipation of what Santa Claus will bring them overnight. They awaken in a flash the next morning and tear open with reckless fury anything that’s wrapped in the shiniest of packaging with elaborate bows. It’s pure unfettered mayhem at first glance, but ultimately a child’s memory of what happens on such a day brings them joy to cherish for years to come. The generosity of Old St. Nick seemingly knows no bounds as he is renowned both the world and… Read more »
Charles Manson and the Sharon Tate Murder
In early August 1969 deep within the heart of Beverly Hills, California, criminal mastermind and burgeoning cult leader Charles Manson directed the killing of five people. The victims were all associated in one form or another with the Hollywood filmmaking scene. But what truly happened in that house and what are the effects lasting to the present day? Charles Manson and the Manson Family Born Charles Maddox in 1934, “Charles” as he was known to most familiars, was a petty thief and sexual deviant. A series of short prison stints for his offenses eventually had him released and he landed… Read more »
Stephen King and “The Shining” Hotels that Gave Us The Overlook Hotel
What Hotels Inspired The Shining? In late 1974, Stephen King was emerging as a wildly successful young author. His two bestsellers, Carrie and Salem’s Lot, were enjoying multiple printing editions. For such an overnight success, the spotlight was beginning to shine on King, who previously worked as an English teacher at a Maine high school and sometimes moonlighted at a local laundry. Little did he know, a short-lived move to Boulder, Colorado would bring a new setting for many of his stories to come. One night, he found himself at the birthplace of The Shining in Estes Park, Colorado where… Read more »
Tarrare: The Insatiable Man Who Ate Everything!
Rarely is it possible to find a truly creepy, truly mysterious, and truly…well, just true, horror story from history. Discounting ax-murdering and serial killing Borden-Gein type stories, which terrify us because of the violence associated, when was the last time you read about a truly bizarre moment in history that still remains unsolved? And when was the last time you learned something like that from a medical journal? The Insatiable Tarrare Enter the tale of Tarrare, a French street performer and soldier born in Lyons, France. Tarrare’s actual date of birth and birth name is unrecorded, but his year of… Read more »
The Most Haunted Hotels in America
The Most Haunted Hotels in Each State Looking to get scared silly next time you travel? Then check out our state-by-state list of the scariest hotels in the U.S. We’re featuring one real haunted hotel in every state alphabetically so no matter where you travel, you have the option of sleeping with the ghosts and ghouls of yesteryear. Each haunted hotel has its own unique story. Some have tales that age back to the Civil War. Some tales are of lost love. Some inspired famous horror films and a few have stories of dastardly deeds that aren’t for the squeamish. So… Read more »
Amityville Horror House Sold
The infamous Amityville Horror house has been sold. The sale of the Amityville, NY home closed on February 9th, 2017. The asking price for the home was just over $850,000. However, the history and stigma of the home plunged its sell price to $605,000, nearly $200,000 below market. Coldwell Banker Harbor Light listed the home, but the buyers and their agents have declined comment. The plagued 1927 Dutch Colonial home had been listed since June and had been on the market for 165 days. The home had listed as high as $1.15 million in previous years. A New Amityville Chapter?… Read more »
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A Quick History of the Ghost Hunters from The Conjuring
The Conjuring’s Real Life Investigators: Ed and Lorraine Warren In the cold winter of 1970, the Perron family purchased a 200-acre country farmhouse in Rhode Island where they planned to raise their five daughters. But things didn’t work out that way. Instead of living there for decades, the Perrons were driven away from their home and property in less than 10 years. The Conjuring movie tells the tale of the Perron family as reported by the paranormal investigators who were called in to investigate the hauntings. Background on the Warrens The Warrens formed the New England Society for Psychic Research (N.E.S.P.R.) in… Read more »
?6 – American Horror Story Season 6 Theme Revealed
Now that most of us have finished binge watching Stranger Things we can turn our attention to the much anticipated 6th season of American Horror Story. Last season’s addition of Lady Gaga to the cast expanded the AHS universe to millions of Gaga’s “Little Monsters” exposing the show to an even greater audience. The anticipation of a Gaga return and the tight-lipped secret of the season 6 theme has kept AHS fans in suspense. Now we finally have answers. Read on. Will Lady Gaga Return to AHS Season 6? Will Lady Gaga return for season 6? That was the question… Read more »
A look into The Conjuring 2 with Ghost Hunter Tony Spera
The Conjuring 2: An Interview with Tony Spera of NESPR In anticipation of the release of The Conjuring 2 on June 10, 2016, FrightFind spoke with Tony Spera, director of the New England Society of Psychic Researchers (N.E.S.P.R.). He’s been a ghost hunter and paranormal researcher for more than 30 years. Most of that time was spent working with Ed and Lorraine Warren, the preeminent experts in the field in subjects of spirits and demonology – and who also happen to be his in-laws. Ed and Lorraine Warren are also the paranormal investigators on which The Conjuring and The Conjuring… Read more »