Dan Aykroyd on His Spooky Brush With Britney Spears & His 'Family of Spiritualists'
Dan Aykroyd, known for his roles in Ghostbusters and Coneheads, embraces the paranormal and hosts The UnBelievable, returning for Season 3 on the History Channel as of November 7. The show explores some of the strangest true stories from history using reenactments, archival footage, and expert commentary.
Season 3 Premiere Highlights
The first episode, titled "Strange Sightings," features eerie tales such as sinister clowns terrorizing neighborhoods and the mystery of "America’s Most Haunted Highway."
Dan Aykroyd on the Episodes
"That was one of my favorites. I had heard about the I-4 highway story before the researchers proposed it for the show. I thought, 'wow, this is a real thing.' People I had spoken to many years ago told me this story."
"As for the clowns, I still don’t know, man. The fact there was this rumor in suburban America, and these clowns were appearing everywhere. Very haunting, very eerie, very creepy."
Personal Experience
Aykroyd shared that watching the premiere late at night, especially the I-4 highway segment set in Central Florida where he lives, made a strong impact on him.
He also revealed a connection to the paranormal through his family, describing them as a "family of spiritualists."
What Fans Can Expect
Each episode continues to dive into extraordinary, sometimes unsettling stories, perfect for viewers fascinated by the otherworldly and unexplained phenomena.
Author's summary: Dan Aykroyd hosts the new season of The UnBelievable, sharing chilling stories like haunted highways and creepy clowns while revealing his personal ties to spiritualism.