LOS ANGELES (PulseWire) — A deep sense of shock reverberates through the communities of Hollywood and Democratic politics as Los Angeles police prepare to present their case against Nick Reiner, accused of murdering his parents, iconic filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner. The couple was found dead from stab wounds in their upscale Brentwood neighborhood home on Sunday.
Rob Reiner, known for his roles in classic sitcoms and films such as When Harry Met Sally... and The Princess Bride, was a cherished figure as both a filmmaker and a liberal activist. Michele was equally influential as a photographer and LGBTQ+ rights advocate. Their sudden deaths come after 36 years of marriage, leaving a profound sorrow among those who knew them.
Nick Reiner, 32, remains in custody without bail while the prosecution evaluates charges against him. Police have yet to provide a motive for the tragic killings, and representatives of the family have not commented publicly.
The Reiners' tragic deaths have evoked an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans and colleagues alike. Actress Kathy Bates praised Rob as brilliant and kind, while Bill Clinton characterized the couple as “good, generous people.” Nick had previously struggled with addiction, a theme interwoven in some of the family’s recent film projects.
As investigations continue, the Reiners’ warm legacy of humor, compassion, and activism appears to contrast sharply with the violent circumstances surrounding their deaths.
