In a shocking and tragic incident that has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and beyond, legendary filmmaker and actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead in their Brentwood, Los Angeles, home on Sunday afternoon. Police are questioning their 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, in connection with the deaths, according to multiple reports citing family sources.
Gruesome Discovery at Brentwood Mansion
The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a call at the couple's home around 3:30 pm local time on Sunday for medical aid. Upon arrival, emergency responders discovered the bodies of a man and a woman, later identified as the 78-year-old director and his 68-year-old wife. While official police confirmation on the victims' identities and the circumstances is pending, family members and sources close to the investigation have confirmed the tragic news to several media outlets.
Reports from TMZ indicate that the couple suffered fatal lacerations consistent with knife wounds. The outlet's sources suggest their throats were slit, possibly following an argument inside the home. A family member is said to have discovered the bodies. Dispatch audio from the scene reveals that the Los Angeles Police Department called for backup at the upscale Brentwood address around the time of the discovery.
Son Nick Reiner in Police Custody
Police confirmed that the Reiners' son, Nick Reiner, aged 32, was found alive at the scene and is currently being questioned by investigators. As of the latest reports, no formal arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing. According to The People, another family member, believed to be the couple's daughter, told police that Nick Reiner "should be a suspect" and described him as "dangerous."
Nick Reiner has been open in the past about his prolonged struggles with drug addiction, which began in his early teens and led to periods of homelessness. His public battles with substance abuse add a complex layer to the ongoing investigation into this horrific event.
A Storied Hollywood Career and Legacy
The news marks a devastating end for one of Hollywood's most respected and beloved figures. Rob Reiner enjoyed a monumental career spanning decades as a director, producer, and actor. He is the creative force behind some of cinema's most iconic films, including the mockumentary classic This Is Spinal Tap, the coming-of-age story Stand by Me, the beloved fairy tale The Princess Bride, the romantic comedy benchmark When Harry Met Sally…, the Stephen King adaptation Misery, and the courtroom drama A Few Good Men.
Rob Reiner married Michele Singer in 1989 after they met on the set of When Harry Met Sally…. The couple shared three children together. Reiner was previously married to actress and director Penny Marshall, who passed away in 2018. The entertainment world is now mourning the loss of a giant, whose work touched millions, under circumstances that are both heartbreaking and unfathomable.
The Los Angeles Police Department continues its investigation into the double homicide, with more details expected to emerge in the coming days.
