Celebrity Encounters with Ghosts: Courteney Cox, Cher, and Beyond

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Many celebrities have openly discussed their encounters with the paranormal. Some stars have gone a step further by sharing their experiences of interacting with famous spirits.

Cher is one such celebrity who has claimed to have communicated with her late husband, Sonny Bono. After Bono passed away in a skiing accident in 1998, Cher revealed that she felt his presence in her room. She noticed unusual activity with the lights, leading her to believe that it was Bono trying to communicate with her from the afterlife.

Cher shared in a Reddit session in September 2013 that she believes Sonny can make lights turn on, even when there is no power. She mentioned how he can make her chandelier light up beautifully. Cher also expressed her fondness for ghosts, mentioning that she prefers them to some people.

Other celebrities have also had experiences with deceased loved ones. Courteney Cox revealed that her former Friends costar, Matthew Perry, has visited her in some way after his passing in October 2023.

"I had the opportunity to work closely with him for many years," Cox expressed in a May 2024 interview with CBS Sunday Morning. "He visits me frequently, if we believe in that."

Curious to know which celebrities claim to have encountered famous ghosts? Just keep scrolling!

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Bridget Marquardt and Hugh Hefner

The Girls Next Door alum said that she had a vivid dream of Hefner after he died in 2017 that felt very real.

In an interview with E! News in October 2021, Marquardt recalled a dream where she was standing and suddenly heard him coming down the stairs. He ran down with his arms wide open, giving her a big hug and his trademark big laugh, saying, "Oh my darling." She could even feel his smoke in the satin of his smoking jacket and smell his cologne - it felt incredibly real to her.

Marquardt mentioned that in the dream, the Playboy founder appeared to be very happy, and she felt like she truly saw him.

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Liam Gallagher and John Lennon

The Oasis frontman recalled a time when he believed he saw the ghost of Lennon while he was spending the night at a hotel.

Years ago, I thought I saw the ghost of John Lennon in Liverpool at a hotel. I was passed out in my bed, woke up, and imagined seeing John Lennon at the window. He was wearing a denim jacket, long hair, round glasses, and no beard. In an interview with Q Magazine in 2019, Gallagher shared this experience and pondered on whether ghosts can appear in color, as Lennon looked very vibrant and psychedelic. Despite the eerie encounter, Lennon appeared to be in good spirits and did not look like a typical ghost in black and white.

During the same year, Gallagher revealed that he owns a rocking chair that once belonged to the iconic Beatles member. In an interview with Beats 1, Gallagher mentioned that he has witnessed the chair moving on its own, adding another mysterious element to his collection of Lennon memorabilia.

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Cher and Sonny Bono

Months after confessing that she believed Bono was messing with her home’s lights online, Cher opened up about why she thinks her late husband is the culprit.

"I have this one chandelier that has been acting strange lately," she mentioned to Extra in November 2013. "I recently bought a new one, and sometimes it turns on and off in the middle of the night when the switch is off. It makes me wonder if it could be [Sonny], but honestly, I'm okay either way. It just feels like something he would do."

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Lady Gaga and Alexander McQueen

Lady Gaga revealed in a 2011 interview with Harper’s Bazaar that she feels the late designer’s spirit has played a role in her career. "Right after he died, I wrote ‘Born This Way.’ I think he’s up in heaven with fashion strings in his hands, marionetting away, planning this whole thing," she shared.

The singer was initially hesitant, but changed her mind when her label decided to release her single on the first anniversary of McQueen's death. This decision made her believe that he had orchestrated everything, including writing the song itself.

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Helena Bonham Carter and Princess Margaret

Before joining The Crown, Bonham Carter revealed she consulted with the late royal via a psychic to get her blessing to play her on the series.

During a November 2019 interview on The Graham Norton Show, Emma Thompson shared a fascinating encounter she had with a psychic who is a friend of hers. The psychic mentioned the presence of Margaret, prompting Emma to confirm its significance. She humorously expressed that when you have the opportunity to get insights from the horse's mouth, you don't refuse. The psychic even gave her blessing for Emma to portray her, stating that she believed Emma was a better choice than other actors.

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Courteney Cox and Matthew Perry

Cox shared that she believes her departed loved ones continue to watch over her and offer guidance in life. She mentioned that Perry has become one of those guiding figures.

During an interview on CBS Sunday Morning, Cox expressed, "I often have conversations with my mom, dad, and Matthew. I feel like there are many people who watch over us and provide direction." She added, "I can definitely sense Matthew's presence around me."

Editor's P/S:

The article delves into the intriguing experiences of celebrities who have encountered the paranormal, particularly those involving famous spirits. It showcases how celebrities like Cher, Courteney Cox, Bridget Marquardt, Liam Gallagher, Lady Gaga, Helena Bonham Carter, and others have shared their personal encounters with spirits.

These experiences range from Cher believing her late husband, Sonny Bono, communicates with her through lights to Liam Gallagher witnessing the ghost of John Lennon. Lady Gaga attributes her career success to the influence of Alexander McQueen's spirit, while Courteney Cox feels the presence of her deceased friend, Matthew Perry. Helena Bonham Carter sought the blessing of Princess Margaret's spirit before portraying her in a TV series. These stories offer a glimpse into the belief systems and spiritual experiences of celebrities, showcasing how the paranormal can intertwine with their lives and influence their perceptions.