In a recent episode of her podcast, Kelly Stafford joked about being visited by ghosts in her Los Angeles home, with speculation that the spirit could be that of the previous owner, Jennifer Lopez. Kelly and her family, which includes husband Matthew Stafford and their four daughters, moved into the Hidden Hills estate in 2023 after purchasing it for $28.3 million, setting a record in the neighborhood. The property was previously owned by Lopez, who built a nine-bedroom mansion complete with a movie theater, bar, and recording studio. Since Lopez’s departure, the property was divided into two spec houses, with the Staffords residing in one.
Matthew, a football quarterback, signed a four-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams for $160 million in 2022, allowing the family to purchase the expansive compound. The Staffords also acquired another property adjacent to their main estate for $10.5 million, creating a 3-acre compound with two homes and two swimming pools valued at nearly $40 million. The Staffords have owned multiple homes in Hidden Hills, including two purchased from rapper Drake in 2022 for $11 million. It is a popular neighborhood for celebrities, with other notable residents including Stafford’s teammates and Rams head coach.
During the podcast episode, Kelly discussed her belief in ghosts and shared that their family’s personal chef, Chef Chris, thinks there is a ghost in their home. When her cohost suggested that the ghost could be that of Jennifer Lopez, Kelly playfully agreed, joking about the presence of the “ghost of J. Lo” in their house. The property, which was previously owned by Lopez from 2010 to 2017, features luxurious amenities such as a movie theater, bar, and recording studio. After Lopez sold the property for $10 million, it was divided into two separate homes, with the Staffords residing in one.
Kelly and Matthew have made a significant investment in their Hidden Hills properties, totaling nearly $40 million for their compound. The Staffords have a history of buying and selling homes in the affluent neighborhood, with transactions that include selling a home for $21 million and purchasing other properties from celebrities like Drake. The Hidden Hills area is known for its high concentration of celebrities, making it a popular spot for athletes, entertainers, and other public figures. The Staffords have established a comfortable and luxurious living situation for their family in their compound, which includes spacious homes and amenities like swimming pools.
