If the multitude of annual visitors to
Buc-ee’s
don’t prove that the travel destinations aren’t solely a feature of Texas; encountering a frightening-looking doll ought to settle every argument.
Similar to Raggedy Ann, Annabelle—a prominent figure in the “The Conjuring” horror franchise—recently made an appearance at a San Antonio Buc-ee’s during her stay for the Psychic and Spirit Fest. She was accompanied by her fellow paranormal investigator, Ryan Buell.
Although this wasn’t the actual Annabelle – which is securely kept at the Warrens’ Occult Museum in Monroe, Connecticut – it was still a sufficiently realistic replica to leave an impact. As reported by Entertainment Weekly, the doll even has its own distinctive presence.
horror-story origin story
: The doll in the series is based on a paranormal case investigated by experts Ed and Lorraine Warren.
Buell recently shared a video of Annabelle’s visit on TikTok, showing her wearing a Buc-ee’s T-shirt along with the caption: “Went to Texas. Scored a Buc-ee’s shirt.”
Annabelle is just the latest celebrity visitor drawn to the
popular Texas-based travel centers
.
From Lenny Kravitz to Sabrina Carpenter, let’s check out some of the most talked-about celebrity spottings at Buc-ee’s.
Lenny Kravitz
The Grammy-winning
musician surprised guests
In 2024, during his tour to support his album titled “Blue Electric Light,” Lenny Kravitz spontaneously stopped by a Buc-ee’s location in Daytona Beach, Florida. He shared this experience on social media. This marked Kravitz’s inaugural visit to the Texas-founded store chain.
Sabrina Carpenter
The Grammy-winning artist dropped by a Buc-ee’s following her completion of the Short N’ Sweet tour in Houston.
In an Instagram post, Carpenter is seen strolling through the aisles with friends, reading the messages on many of the Buc-ee’s merchandise.
Hakeem Olajuwon
Houston basketball legend
Hakeem Olajuwon made a pitstop at the Buc-ee’s in Luling
In April, prior to the Houston Cougars’ matchup against Duke in the Final Four held in San Antonio.
Whitney Cummings
Comedian and author Whitney Cummings visited a Buc-ee’s location somewhere in Texas while touring for her show “Big Baby” last year, according to reports.
MySA.
Cummings performed at tour locations in Houston and Dallas.
“I’m genuinely dazzled, you guys,” she mentioned in her TikTok video.
Keith Urban
In August 2024, country music star Keith Urban surprised everyone with an impromptu performance at a Buc-ee’s location in Alabama. The Aussie performer also dished out servings of Buc-ee’s renowned brisket to the attendees.
Becky G
One of the more recent guests was Latin pop sensation Becky G, who dropped by Buc-ee’s prior to an unexpected performance in Texas.
According to MySA, the singer wandered through the store aisles and picked up several snacks such as chamoy peach rings, beef jerky, and a barbecue sandwich.
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