Filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home in an apparent homicide, with police arresting their son, Nick Reiner, who is being held on a $4 million bond.
Police said they discovered two bodies at the Reiners’ home in the Brentwood neighbourhood of Los Angeles at around 3:40 p.m. Pacific Time on Sunday. Authorities later confirmed the victims were Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele, 68. The case is being investigated as an apparent homicide.
Jail records show that the couple’s son, Nick Reiner, was arrested the same day and booked into the Los Angeles County jail. He is being held on a felony charge, though officials have not released details about the specific allegations.
Tributes quickly followed news of Reiner’s death, reflecting his influence on film, television, and political activism. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass described the loss as devastating, saying Reiner’s work and advocacy had left a lasting mark on American culture and society.
Reiner first rose to prominence as an actor in the 1970s television series “All in the Family,” where he played Mike “Meathead” Stivic, a role that earned him two Emmy awards. He later built a highly successful career as a director, beginning with the 1984 mockumentary “This is Spinal Tap,” which became a cult classic.
Over the following decades, Reiner directed a string of widely acclaimed films, including “Stand by Me,” “When Harry Met Sally …,” “The Princess Bride,” “Misery,” and “A Few Good Men.” His films ranged from romantic comedy to psychological thriller and courtroom drama, cementing his reputation as one of Hollywood’s most versatile directors.
Michele Reiner was a photographer earlier in her career and is known for taking the photograph of Donald Trump that appeared on the cover of his book “Trump: The Art of the Deal.” Rob Reiner, the son of late comedy legend Carl Reiner, was also active in U.S. politics, supporting Democratic candidates and progressive causes.
Former President Donald Trump reacted to the news on social media with a controversial post referencing Reiner’s outspoken criticism of him. Reiner had long been a vocal political commentator in addition to his work in entertainment.
Rob Reiner was previously married to actor and director Penny Marshall and had three children with Michele Singer. The investigation into the deaths remains ongoing as police continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the case.
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