Have you ever had the sinking feeling that you aren't alone even when there is no one else in the room with you? Many people believe that there is a simple explanation: you were in the presence of a ghost.
I wholeheartedly believe in the possibility of ghosts. There is so much unknown about our universe that I find it impossible to say that ghosts do not exist for sure. The spiritual world and our world could very well be connected very closely. Who's to tell?
But whether or not you believe in ghosts yourself, you can't deny the overwhelming amount of first-hand reports of encountering an otherworldly spirit. Plus, even if you don't believe, isn't it still intriguing to hear the stories?
These 10 celebrities have passed away, but all have been the subject of ghost-sighting reports since their deaths.
Have you ever heard of these celebrity ghost stories? Did we miss any well-known reports of celebrity ghost sightings? I don't know if I'd be starstruck or terrified, to be honest!
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1. Lucille Ball
The I Love Lucy star died during surgery in 1989, but she's still reportedly been seen wandering around her old home, according to claims shared by the Huffington Post.
The California home that she first inhabited with Desi Arnaz was sold by her second husband, Gary Morton. The new owners decided to tear the house down and build a new one in its place. A friend drove by the home before it was totally torn down, when she reportedly saw a slim red-headed figure seeming to say goodbye to her old house as well. According to the claims, Lucy's ghost looked puzzled and distraught, and walked away.
The new owners of the house have also reported hearing Lucy's ghost, mostly in the attic, moving furniture around and even sometimes having little parties. When presented with the option to have an exorcism on the house, the owners swiftly dismissed the idea. Who would want to force Lucy out of their home, even in ghost form?
2. John Lennon
John Lennon's ghost is peacefully haunting the Dakota, according to Yoko Ono, Paul McCartney, and others who've been to the Manhattan building where the musician was murdered. Yoko has claimed to have seen him sitting at the piano in their apartment building, where he told her not to worry, because he's still with her.
Paul, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison also caught inklings that their bandmate was still with them. While recording John's song, "Free as a Bird," they all heard unexplainable noises and felt that their friend was there with them in the studio, just like old times. According to International Business Times, Paul claims to still write songs with John, in spirit.
3. Al Capone
Arguably the most famous criminal in recent American history, Al Capone did a lot of bad things in his life, and is said to have been haunted by the people he wronged. Subsequently, his very own ghost has been spotted at various places of consequence from his lifetime.
Bachelor's Grove Cemetery, a small plot of land in the suburbs of Chicago, is one of the spots where the gangster and his gang used to dump bodies. Now it's his own spirit that has been spotted in the reportedly haunted cemetery. Mount Carmel Cemetery, Al's final resting place, is also said to be the site of apparitions. Some even say that he'll chase you right out of there if you tread too disrespectfully near his grave.
Guards at Alcatraz and visitors to the now abandoned prison have also reported hearing banjo music coming from Al's old cell and the shower room. The gangster passed his time there playing banjo in the prison band and practiced just about whenever he could.
4. Lon Chaney
The original "Phantom of the Opera" himself died in 1930, but the decades since have not stopped him from haunting the studio where the film was made, donning his cape and everything, according to reports.
When the lights inexplicably go on and off by themselves, folks say it's Lon Chaney who's behind the strange phenomenon.
5. Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe's tragic death is reason enough to suspect that she would come back and haunt this world. She's been reported in various places throughout Hollywood, most often in her home, where she was found dead.
However, she's also been spotted at her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, as well as in her Cadillac when it went on display. The Roosevelt Hotel has also been the site of Marilyn sightings since 1962, particularly in suite 1200, where she used to stay.
Spencer Hughes reported on Fox Radio that when he took a visit to Marilyn's cabin, he got some spooky off-the-chart readings on his ghost-detector tools.
6. Elvis Presley
According to the Houston Press, Elvis Presley's ghost has been reported all over the place. That makes a lot of sense, seeing as he was one of the biggest stars in modern history, or possibly even ever. Graceland is a good place to start if you are looking to run into Elvis' specter — the kitchen particularly has given off ghostly vibes to many visitors.
On the Las Vegas Strip, he's been spotted by singers while on stage, just watching the performance from the crowd.
The Knickerbocker Hotel is also a pretty regular site of reported Elvis hauntings, as he stayed there many a time. Room 1016 seems to be his focal point there.
7. James Dean
James Dean tragically died in a car accident at the young age of 24, but his ghost is said to haunt his grave in Indiana. Folks who have visited his tombstone have claimed that if you leave an unlit cigarette, you'll return to it lit with the scent of smoke in the air.
Cold spots near his grave during hot summer days have also been reported, as well as visions of James hitchhiking at the site of his fatal crash, or even driving the car he was killed in. One particularly supernatural experience at the site of James' death was reported in detail by Supernatural Magazine.
8. Montgomery Clift
Elizabeth Taylor said that Montgomery Clift could have been the best actor on the planet if only he'd been less picky about his movies, though others would argue that that's what made him so great.
A crippling car accident in 1956 forced him to get plastic surgery to mend his face. He never physically or emotionally recovered from that crash.
He passed away a decade later and is said to haunt the room at the Roosevelt Hotel that he stayed in while filming From Here to Eternity. He's not a mean ghost, though he reportedly likes to give a scare by tapping folks on the shoulder, draining batteries, and practicing his bugle as he did while filming the movie.
9. Thelma Todd
Between 1926 and 1935, Thelma Todd starred in about 120 films, including many with the Marx Brothers. At the height of her fame, she opened up her very own restaurant and lived in a fancy apartment above it.
She was found dead from carbon monoxide poisoning in her car at the young age of 29. It was concluded that the death was accidental, but suspicions still arose. The building is now owned by a production company, and employees have reported seeing a ghostly figure gracefully descending the stairs.
Perhaps her untimely, slightly suspicious death has left her wanting for more in this world?
10. John Wayne
John Wayne once owned a yacht named Wild Goose, and its successive owners have reported sightings of the actor aboard the ship.
According to the LA Times, a psychic who was brought on board came to the conclusion that John wasn't there for any malevolent reasons: he just really liked his boat, so he hangs out on it whenever he can. He's been spotted in mirrors and in portholes, and he's been known to block doorways and rattle beer glasses.
Sounds like John's having a good time spooking people here on Earth, if you ask me!
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