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Nick Reiner, charged with the murders of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, made a brief appearance in Los Angeles Superior Court on Wednesday but did not enter a plea. His attorney, Alan Jackson, told the court it was “too early” to proceed and said he had already reached an agreement with prosecutors to postpone the arraignment. The hearing was rescheduled for January 7. The case has shocked Hollywood and Los Angeles, drawing national attention to the tragic deaths of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner.
Meanwhile, Jake and Romy Reiner issued their first public statement on Wednesday following the stabbing deaths of their parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. “Words cannot even begin to describe the unimaginable pain we are experiencing every moment of the day,” they said, calling the loss “horrific and devastating.” The siblings described their parents not only as family but also as “our best friends.”
What to Know:
- Nick Reiner, 32, faces two counts of first‑degree murder.
- Prosecutors added special circumstances of multiple murders and an allegation of using a knife, which could increase sentencing.
- District Attorney Nathan Hochman said his office has not yet decided whether to pursue the death penalty.
- Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead from stab wounds in their Brentwood home on December 14.
- Nick Reiner was arrested hours later near USC without resistance and is represented by defense attorney Alan Jackson, known for high‑profile cases including Harvey Weinstein.
- Deputy District Attorney Habib Balian will lead the prosecution; his past cases include Robert Durst and the Menendez brothers.
- The couple’s friends, including Billy Crystal, Albert Brooks, Martin Short and Larry David, issued a statement mourning their loss.
- Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the killings.
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Dec 17, 2025 at 05:55 PM EST
Screenwriter Ken Nolan leaves flowers at home of the Reiners
Ken Nolan, a screenwriter famed for “Black Hawk Down,” left flowers at the Brentwood home of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner on Wednesday.
“It’s beyond belief,” said Nolan who worked with the Reiners on a JFK film between 2018-2019.
“I was just a tiny sliver of their lives, and they touched so many people,” he said.
“They were so kind and so generous.”
Dec 17, 2025 at 05:40 PM EST
Massage therapist led to discovery of Rob Reiner’s body
A massage therapist telephoned Rob Reiner’s daughter when she turned up for an appointment at the Los Angeles home of Rob and Michele Reiner on Sunday but no one answered the door, the New York Times reported.
The daughter, Romy Reiner, lives nearby and came round to let the massage therapist in and found her father's body, according to a person close to the family, who spoke to the New York Times on condition of anonymity.
The person said that Romy Reiner fled the home and raised the alarm without realizing that her mother was also dead inside.
Dec 17, 2025 at 05:20 PM EST
Kevin Bacon shares emotional tribute to Rob Reiner
Kevin Bacon has shared an emotional tribute on Instagram honoring the late director Rob Reiner after the filmmaker’s tragic death.
In a video posted Monday to Bacon’s account (@kevinbacon), the actor became visibly emotional recalling Reiner’s kindness, the joy of working together, and the sense of family he felt during the making of A Few Good Men.
Bacon captioned his post, “Today is a sad one. Thank you for everything, Rob. May you and Michele rest in peace.”
“Rob Reiner gave me a job in A Few Good Men sometime in the ‘90s, I guess it was, and I was over the moon to get that job...Spinal Tap is my all-time favorite movie, and when he called me, I was just so thrilled,” Bacon said in the reel.
He went on to recount how the experience on set was among the best of his career, focusing on Reiner’s leadership and the tone he created.
“You can set a tone where people feel like we are working hard but also working hard in a safe and pleasant and fun situation,” Bacon said. “We had lunch together every day," he continued. "I’ve never done that with a director before or since.”
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Dec 17, 2025 at 05:01 PM EST
Cause of death revealed for Rob and Michele Reiner
Rob and Michele Reiner died from "multiple sharp force injuries," according to the newly released Los Angeles County Medical Examiner report.
The coroner also found the manner of death for the Reiners was homicide.
Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead from stab wounds in their Brentwood home on December 14. Their son Nick Reiner has been arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder over their deaths.
Dec 17, 2025 at 04:47 PM EST
Everything Rob Reiner’s kids have said about parents’ death
Tracy, Romy and Jake Reiner have spoken out about Rob and Michelle Singer Reiner's deaths over the weekend, expressing their sadness and disbelief.
Rob, 78, and his wife, Michele, 68, were found stabbed to death in their Los Angeles home on Sunday. Police arrested Nick, 32, later the same day. Authorities charged him with two counts of first-degree murder, with special allegations of multiple murders and use of a deadly weapon, making him eligible for life in prison without parole or possibly the death penalty if convicted.
Investigators say a massage therapist discovered the couple was unreachable at home and contacted the Reiners’ daughter, Romy, who then found her father's body and called emergency services. Shortly thereafter, Nick was apprehended near USC without resistance.
Read in full: Everything Rob Reiner’s Kids Have Said About Parents’ Death
Dec 17, 2025 at 04:33 PM EST
‘Being Charlie’ producer reflects after Reiner murders
Douglas Shaffer, an executive producer on Rob and Nick Reiner’s 2015 film Being Charlie, has spoken publicly following the stabbing deaths of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner.
Shaffer told Page Six he felt “mixed emotions” after Nick Reiner, 32, was arrested and charged in the killings at the family’s Brentwood home. “Part of me is just very sad because what happened is tragic and there’s a father there that was trying to help his son and somehow everything went sideways,” he said, calling the case “a Hollywood tragedy” and “sickening.”
Shaffer, who worked closely with the Reiners on the semi‑autobiographical film about addiction, described Rob as “an absolute Hollywood legend” and recalled how proud he was to collaborate with his son. He said the project served as a healing experience for the pair, even as Rob later admitted regrets about how he had handled Nick’s struggles with substance abuse.
Breaking down in tears, Shaffer related to Rob’s efforts as a father, noting his own experience raising a son with autism. “It’s hard because you want to do anything for them, and when I think about what Rob tried to do for his kid, and then for that to happen is shocking,” he said.
Dec 17, 2025 at 04:28 PM EST
‘When Harry Met Sally’ star Meg Ryan Reacts to Rob Reiner death
When Harry Met Sally star Meg Ryan has paid tribute to director Rob Reiner in a touching post in Instagram.
"Oh how we will miss this man…" the actress wrote on Wednesday, after Reiner and wife Michele's deaths were announced on Sunday.
"Thank you, Rob and Michelle, for the way you believe in true love, in fairy tales, and in laughter. Thank you for your faith in the best in people, and for your profound love of our country," she said.
"I have to believe that their story will not end with this impossible tragedy, that some good may come, some awareness raised… I don’t know, but my guess is that they would want that to be hopeful and humane, to be something that brings us all to a greater understanding of one another and to some peace."
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Dec 17, 2025 at 04:20 PM EST
Robin Wright honors Rob Reiner after tragic death
Tributes from the cast of The Princess Bride are pouring in following the death of director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner.
Robin Wright, who starred as Princess Buttercup in the 1987 fantasy classic, said she was “deeply shocked and devastated” by the news. In a statement to NBC News, Wright described Reiner as “one of the most loving, compassionate, and kind people” she had ever known.
She credited Reiner’s influence as a director with shaping her career and said his impact has remained with her for decades. “My heart goes out to his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time,” Wright added.
Reiner’s work on The Princess Bride cemented his place in Hollywood history, and colleagues from the film continue to remember him with affection and admiration.
Dec 17, 2025 at 04:07 PM EST
Meg Ryan pays tribute to Rob and Michele Reiner
Actor Meg Ryan shared a heartfelt message on Wednesday, mourning the deaths of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, calling their loss “an impossible tragedy.”
“Oh how we will miss this man,” Ryan wrote, thanking the couple for their belief in “true love, in fairy tales, and in laughter,” as well as their faith in people and devotion to the country.
Ryan added that she hopes their story will inspire “awareness” and “something that brings us all to a greater understanding of one another and to some peace.”
Dec 17, 2025 at 03:52 PM EST
Nick Reiner could face death penalty for murder of Rob, Michele Reiner
Nick Reiner, who is facing two counts of first-degree murder, special circumstance, for the murder of his parents, will face a maximum sentence of life in prison without possibility of parole or the death penalty.
Nathan Hochman, District Attorney, said that no decision had been made on the death penalty.
"Prosecuting these cases involving family members is one of the most challenging and most heart-wrenching cases that this office faces because of the intimate and often brutal nature of the crimes involved. Rob Reiner was a brilliant actor and director, an iconic force in our entertainment industry for decades," Hochman said.
Dec 17, 2025 at 03:38 PM EST
Nick Reiner went to rehab at least 18 times during his battle with addiction
Rob Reiner's son Nick went to rehab at least 18 times during his struggle with drug addiction, People reported.
Nick had spoken openly about his substance abuse issue which began back in his early teens. His first trip to rehab began when he was only 15, but he was in and out of facilities as his addiction spiraled. He even ended up homeless as he drifted from home.
The 32-year-old later co‑wrote Being Charlie, a semi‑autobiographical film directed by his father that explored the strain of his troubled youth and repeated stints in rehab.
Dec 17, 2025 at 03:24 PM EST
What is the motive in the murders of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner?
No official motive has been released in the murders of Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner.
Their son, Nick Reiner, was arrested hours after the couple's deaths on Sunday. He was booked on suspicion of murder on Monday and remains in jail without bail.
According to the Los Angeles Times, family friends said Rob and Nick Reiner argued Saturday evening at a party hosted by Conan O’Brien, where guests said they noticed Nick behaving erratically. Nick, who has long struggled with addiction, had been living in a guesthouse on his parents’ property, and friends said Michele Reiner had grown increasingly worried about his mental health in recent weeks.
Dec 17, 2025 at 03:10 PM EST
What do we know about Nick Reiner’s mental health battles?
Nick Reiner, the 32‑year‑old son of filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, has spoken openly about his struggles with addiction and mental illness.
In 2015, he co‑wrote Being Charlie, a semi‑autobiographical film directed by his father that explored the strain of his troubled youth and repeated stints in rehab.
In interviews, Nick described years of instability, including periods of homelessness, while Rob later expressed regret about how he had handled his son’s recovery efforts.
According to the Los Angeles Times, family friends said Rob and Nick Reiner argued Saturday evening at a party hosted by Conan O’Brien, where guests also noticed Nick behaving erratically.
Nick, who has long struggled with addiction, had been living in a guesthouse on his parents’ property, and friends said Michele Reiner had grown increasingly worried about his mental health in recent weeks.
Dec 17, 2025 at 02:53 PM EST
Veteran prosecutors assigned to Nick Reiner murder case
Los Angeles County prosecutors Habib Balian and Jonathan Chung have been tapped to lead the case against Nick Reiner, who is accused of fatally stabbing his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, in their Brentwood home over the weekend.
District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman said Tuesday the pair “will bring their decades of experience to holding this murderer accountable.” Reiner, 32, faces two counts of first‑degree murder with special circumstance allegations that could make him eligible for the death penalty or life without parole.
Balian, an assistant head deputy district attorney, has overseen several high‑profile prosecutions, including the murder conviction of Robert Durst in 2021 and efforts to block the resentencing of Lyle and Erik Menendez. Chung, a deputy district attorney for major crimes, has also handled closely watched cases, including securing a conviction against a man who broke into Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’s home.
Reiner is represented by defense attorney Alan Jackson, known for his work in cases involving Harvey Weinstein and Kevin Spacey.
Dec 17, 2025 at 02:39 PM EST
Nick Reiner court appearance brief, arraignment delayed
Nick Reiner’s first court appearance on Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court lasted only minutes, as his arraignment on charges of murdering his parents was postponed until January.
Reiner, 32, appeared in jeans and a vest, seated behind plexiglass while his attorney, Alan Jackson, stood in front of him. Judge Theresa McGonigle first addressed a media request to film the proceedings, granting Jackson’s request that Reiner himself not be shown.
Jackson told the court he had agreed with prosecutors to continue the arraignment until Jan. 7, citing the need for more time to review evidence. Reiner consented to waive his right to a speedy arraignment before being escorted out by security.
Outside the courthouse, Jackson said the case involved “very complex and serious issues” and urged the public not to “rush to judgment.” He declined to take questions.
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Dec 17, 2025 at 02:25 PM EST
Romy and Jake Reiner’s statement in full
Romy and Jake Reiner have shared a statement regarding their parents', Rob and Michele, deaths.
It reads:
“Words cannot even begin to describe the unimaginable pain we are experiencing every moment of the day,” the statement said. “The horrific and devastating loss of our parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, is something that no one should ever experience. They weren’t just our parents; they were our best friends.
“We now ask for respect and privacy, for speculation to be tempered with compassion and humanity, and for our parents to be remembered for the incredible lives they lived and the love they gave.”
Dec 17, 2025 at 02:12 PM EST
Jake and Romy Reiner speak out after parents’ deaths
Jake and Romy Reiner issued their first public statement on Wednesday following the stabbing deaths of their parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
“Words cannot even begin to describe the unimaginable pain we are experiencing every moment of the day,” they said, calling the loss “horrific and devastating.” The siblings described their parents as not only family but “our best friends.”
They asked for privacy and urged compassion, saying speculation should be tempered with humanity and that their parents should be remembered for “the incredible lives they lived and the love they gave.”
The statement was released as their brother, Nick Reiner, appeared in Los Angeles Superior Court for the first time since being charged with two counts of murder in connection with the killings.
Dec 17, 2025 at 01:27 PM EST
New details emerge in Rob and Michele Reiner killings
Fresh accounts are shedding light on how the bodies of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were discovered in their Los Angeles home on Sunday.
According to The New York Times, a massage therapist arrived for a scheduled appointment but received no response at the gate. The therapist then contacted the couple’s daughter, Romy Reiner, who entered the home and found her father’s body. She fled in shock, unaware that her mother was also dead inside.
Romy’s roommate, waiting outside, called 911. Paramedics arrived around 3:30 p.m. and confirmed both Rob, 78, and Michele, 70, had been fatally stabbed.
Romy told responders her brother Nick, 32, lived in a guesthouse on the property but did not suggest he was a suspect, despite some reports. Hours later, police arrested Nick about 15 miles away in South Los Angeles.
On Tuesday, prosecutors charged him with two counts of murder in connection with the deaths.
Dec 17, 2025 at 01:12 PM EST
What to know about charges against Nick Reiner
Nick Reiner has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder over the death of his parents; Hollywood director Rob Reiner, 78, and photographer Michele Singer Reiner, 70.
He is charged with two counts of murder with the special circumstance allegation of multiple murders. He also faces a special allegation that he personally used a dangerous and deadly weapon - a knife.
Reiner, 32, will face a max sentence of life in prison without possibility of parole or the death penalty if convicted, although Hochman said no decision had yet been made on the latter.
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:55 PM EST
READ: The legal complaint against Nick Reiner in full
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:41 PM EST
Nick Reiner faces possible death penalty in parents’ killings
Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, is set to make his first court appearance on Wednesday after being charged with their murders.
The 32‑year‑old faces two counts of first‑degree murder. Prosecutors have added a “special circumstance allegation of multiple murders” and accused him of personally using a knife in the killings. Under California law, those enhancements permit prosecutors to pursue the death penalty.
“If convicted as charged, Reiner faces death or life in state prison without the possibility of parole,” the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office said Tuesday. Officials noted that a decision on whether to seek capital punishment will be made at a later date.
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:38 PM EST
Nick Reiner’s attorney urges caution outside courthouse
Alan Jackson, defense attorney for Nick Reiner, offered brief remarks to reporters on Wednesday following his client’s court appearance in Los Angeles.
Jackson said there are “very complex and serious issues associated with this case” that require time to be fully examined. He urged the public and media not to “rush to judgment” as proceedings move forward.
The attorney declined to take questions before leaving the courthouse.
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:29 PM EST
Nick Reiner’s attorney says it’s ‘too early’ for client to enter a plea
Nick Reiner’s attorney, Alan Jackson, told the court it was “too early” for his client to enter a plea when he appeared in court on Wednesday.
Reiner, 32, is accused of murdering his father, acclaimed film director Rob Reiner, and his mother Michele Singer Reiner, at their L.A. home on Sunday.
Reiner made his first court appearance on Wednesday but did not enter a plea. Jackson told the court that he had already agreed with prosecutors to delay the arraignment until January 7.
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:27 PM EST
Prominent attorney Alan Jackson represents Nick Reiner
Alan Jackson, one of Los Angeles’ most recognized criminal defense lawyers, has taken on the case of Nick Reiner, who was arrested Sunday following the deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Jackson, known for representing Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Spacey and Karen Read, previously served as a prosecutor in the major crimes division of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. He was the lead prosecutor in the 2009 murder trial of music producer Phil Spector.
Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Jackson said Reiner, 32, would not appear in court because he had not been medically cleared to leave jail. He declined to discuss how he came to represent Reiner, who remains in custody and has not yet been formally charged.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the couple’s deaths at their Brentwood home.
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:25 PM EST
Nick Reiner makes brief court appearance as arraignment delayed until January
Nick Reiner made a brief his first court appearance on Wednesday to face two charges of first-degree murder over the death of his parents.
The 32-year-old did not enter a plea during the brief appearance at Los Angeles Superior Court. Instead, his arraignment was delayed until January. Reiner’s attorney, Alan Jackson, told the court that he had already agreed with prosecutors to delay the arraignment until January 7.
He had been scheduled to make his first appearance yesterday, but the hearing was postponed because he was not medically cleared to be transferred from jail.
Reiner is accused of murdering his father, acclaimed film director Rob Reiner, and his mother Michele Singer Reiner, at their L.A. home on Sunday.
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:20 PM EST
Nick Reiner arraignment delayed until January
Nick Reiner, charged with the murders of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, made a brief appearance in Los Angeles Superior Court on Wednesday but did not enter a plea.
His attorney, Alan Jackson, told the court it was “too early” to proceed and said he had already reached an agreement with prosecutors to postpone the arraignment. The hearing was rescheduled for Jan. 7.
Reiner, 32, faces two counts of first‑degree murder with special allegations that could make him eligible for the death penalty if convicted. He remains in custody without bail.
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:17 PM EST
Nick Reiner set for first court appearance
Nick Reiner, charged with the murders of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, is scheduled to make his first court appearance this morning in Los Angeles Superior Court.
His arraignment, initially scheduled for Tuesday, was postponed after officials said he had not yet been medically cleared for transfer from jail to the courthouse.
Reiner, 32, was arrested Sunday and is being held without bail. Prosecutors have filed two counts of first‑degree murder with a special circumstance of using a deadly weapon in connection with the deaths of the longtime Hollywood couple.
Dec 17, 2025 at 12:01 PM EST
What to know about the film Rob Reiner made for his son, Nick
One of Rob Reiner's many films was Being Charlie, which was co-written by his son Nick Reiner, who told People magazine in 2016 that it was loosely based on his experiences.
IMDb's blurb for the film says: "A would-be governor's addicted son goes down the long, rough road of rehab, fighting against recovery every inch of the way."
Nick Reiner, who attended his first rehab facility at the age of 15, has been open about his struggles with addiction, telling People magazine in 2016 that it ultimately led to stints of homelessness in Maine, New Jersey and Texas.
“I spent nights on the street. I spent weeks on the street," he said. "It was not fun."
“If I wanted to do it my way and not go to the programs they were suggesting, then I had to be homeless,” Nick Reiner added.
In Being Charlie, the main character, Charlie, clashes with his parents, who he feels are treating his addiction harshly, according to The Hollywood Reporter's summary of the film.
“The program works for some people, but it can’t work for everybody,” Rob Reiner previously told the LA Times. He added, “When Nick would tell us that it wasn’t working for him, we wouldn’t listen. We were desperate, and because the people had diplomas on their wall, we listened to them when we should have been listening to our son.”
Michele added, “We were so influenced by these people. They would tell us he’s a liar, that he was trying to manipulate us. And we believed them.”
Nick Reiner said in the same interview that their film Being Charlie was one of the good things that came out of rehab.
Dec 17, 2025 at 11:47 AM EST
CCTV footage shows Nick Reiner before arrest in parents’ killings
Newly released surveillance footage shows Nick Reiner at a Los Angeles gas station shortly before his arrest in connection with the deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Video obtained by ABC7 Eyewitness News depicts the 32‑year‑old screenwriter purchasing a drink while wearing a green, white and black tracksuit jacket, a black cap and carrying a red backpack. Additional footage shows police confronting and detaining him near the University of California campus later that evening.
Rob, 78, and Michele, 70, were found stabbed to death in their Brentwood home on Dec. 14 by their youngest daughter, Romy, 27. Nick was taken into custody about six hours later and is being held without bail.
On December 16, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced Nick will face two counts of first‑degree murder with a special circumstance of using a deadly weapon. His attorney, Alan Jackson, said Nick missed his initial court appearance because he had not yet been medically cleared.
Nick, who has spoken publicly about struggles with addiction and homelessness, is one of three children the couple shared. Sources told PEOPLE that the night before the killings, Nick and his father had argued at a holiday party hosted by Conan O’Brien.
Dec 17, 2025 at 11:38 AM EST
Greene slams Trump’s response to Reiner killings
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R‑Ga.) criticized President Donald Trump’s remarks following the deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, calling them “classless” and beneath the dignity of the office.
Speaking on CNN’s The Source with Kaitlan Collins Tuesday night, Greene said Trump’s comments — in which he labeled Reiner “deranged” and “bad for our country” — were inappropriate in the wake of the couple’s killing. Their son, Nick Reiner, has been charged with two counts of first‑degree murder.
“It’s a tragic murder. It’s a family ripped apart,” Greene said, noting Nick Reiner’s history of addiction and mental health struggles. She argued the president should have used the moment to address those issues with compassion rather than politicize the tragedy.
Greene, who has recently broken with Trump, added that many of his supporters also objected to the remarks, especially following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. “MAGA faithful reacted big time, and they called it out,” she said.
Dec 17, 2025 at 11:23 AM EST
Inside the romance that inspired ‘When Harry Met Sally’
Reiner was known for directing classics, including This Is Spinal Tap, When Harry Met Sally, and A Few Good Men. The son of comedy legend Carl Reiner, he had been married to photographer Michele Singer Reiner since 1989. The two met while he was directing When Harry Met Sally and have three children together.
Reiner told CNN show Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace in 2024 that he had changed the ending to the romcom classic after the pair met during filming. In the film, Harry declares his love for Sally and they get married, but in the original ending, the pair did not get together.
“I’d been married for ten years,” he said. “I’d been single for ten years, and I couldn’t figure out how I was ever going to be with anybody. That gave birth to When Harry Met Sally. I hadn’t met anybody, so it was going to be the two of them seeing each other after years, talking, and then walking away from each other.”
Dec 17, 2025 at 11:08 AM EST
Reiner deaths add to Brentwood’s tragic history
Rob Reiner, the acclaimed actor and director, and his wife, producer and photographer Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead in their Brentwood home on Dec. 14. Authorities described the case as an apparent homicide, and their son Nick has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Their daughter, Romy, reportedly discovered the couple inside the residence.
The tragedy has shocked Hollywood and beyond, but Brentwood has long been associated with high-profile deaths. The neighborhood was the backdrop for the O.J. Simpson murder trial in the 1990s, after his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ron Goldman were killed nearby. Simpson’s Rockingham estate became central to the case and was later demolished.
Brentwood also holds a darker chapter in Hollywood history as the site of Marilyn Monroe’s death in 1962. The actress was found in her home from an apparent overdose, a property that has since been preserved as a historic landmark.
The Reiners’ mansion, purchased from Norman Lear in 1991, has now become the latest Brentwood crime scene. The 10,000-square-foot estate had been a hub for political gatherings and family life for more than three decades before the couple’s deaths.
Dec 17, 2025 at 10:53 AM EST
Where did Rob Reiner live?
Actor and director Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife, producer and photographer Michele Singer Reiner, 68, were found dead in their Brentwood home on December 14, in what authorities described as an apparent homicide.
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Dec 17, 2025 at 10:39 AM EST
What to know about Nick Reiner’s struggles with addiction
Nick Reiner, son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner and producer Michele Singer Reiner, spent years battling addiction before turning his experiences into art. On Monday, he was booked into Los Angeles County jail on suspicion of murdering his parents, who were found stabbed to death in their Brentwood home.
Reiner, 32, cycled through rehab programs and periods of homelessness as a teenager before achieving sobriety in 2015. That year, he collaborated with his father on Being Charlie, a semi-autobiographical film about addiction and recovery. The project drew heavily from their strained relationship and efforts to rebuild trust.
In interviews, Nick spoke candidly about the dangers of heroin use and the difficulties of treatment, while Rob and Michele described the anguish of navigating conflicting advice from counselors. The film became a therapeutic process for the family, though tensions persisted.
Police have released few details about the killings. Friends said Rob and Nick argued at a party the night before the couple’s deaths, and witnesses described Nick acting erratically. Authorities continue to investigate as prosecutors weigh formal charges.
Dec 17, 2025 at 10:25 AM EST
Expert: Reiner estate likely to remain in limbo pending murder case
Exclusive comments to Newsweek from Marc M. Stern, partner at Greenberg Glusker’s Private Client Services Practice, suggest the estate of Rob and Michele Reiner could remain tied up for years as their son Nick faces murder charges.
Under California Probate Code section 250, anyone who “feloniously and intentionally kills the decedent” is barred from inheriting or serving as a fiduciary. Stern explained that a final criminal conviction — either by guilty plea or verdict — is typically required before probate courts act. While judges can make determinations under a lower civil standard if no conviction occurs, Stern noted courts generally defer to criminal proceedings.
“The wheels of justice turn slowly,” Stern said, pointing to a 2017 case in which an alleged killer’s inheritance remained frozen for nearly a decade as appeals dragged on. He contrasted that with the Menendez brothers, who initially collected assets before being charged months later.
Because Nick Reiner was promptly arrested, Stern expects the estate to follow the slower trajectory, with his potential share held in limbo until the criminal case reaches a final resolution.
Dec 17, 2025 at 10:11 AM EST
Surveillance footage shows Nick Reiner’s arrest
Newly released surveillance footage captures the moment Nick Reiner was arrested on suspicion of killing his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
The video, obtained by NBC Los Angeles, shows the 32‑year‑old being confronted by multiple police vehicles near Exposition Boulevard and Vermont Avenue around 9:15 p.m. Sunday. Reiner, wearing a black-and-green sweater, a hat, and a red backpack, is seen raising his hands before being taken into custody. Moments earlier, he appeared on camera inside a gas station convenience store, holding a bottled drink.
Reiner was charged Tuesday with two counts of murder, two days after his parents were found dead from apparent stab wounds in their Brentwood home. He is being held without bail and is scheduled for arraignment on Wednesday.
The arrest follows reports that Reiner made guests uneasy at a holiday party hosted by Conan O’Brien the night before. His family has previously spoken about his long struggle with addiction and repeated stints in rehabilitation.
Dec 17, 2025 at 09:55 AM EST
Police await coroner’s report on Reiner deaths
Authorities have not yet determined whether Rob and Michele Reiner were killed on Saturday or Sunday, Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said during a press conference Tuesday.
“We don’t have that kind of specificity yet. We’re waiting for the coroner to determine, as best they can at this point, the time of death,” McDonnell told reporters.
The couple was discovered dead inside their Brentwood home Sunday afternoon after emergency responders were called to the property. The investigation remains ongoing as officials work to establish a more precise timeline of events.
Dec 17, 2025 at 09:40 AM EST
Rob Reiner remembered for advocacy beyond Hollywood
Rob Reiner, celebrated for his work as both actor and director, also left a lasting mark on politics and social causes. Alongside his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, he spent decades pushing for reforms that extended far beyond Hollywood.
In the 1990s, Reiner championed a California ballot initiative that imposed a cigarette tax to fund early childhood education, a measure that reshaped programs across the state. He later played a pivotal role in supporting the lawsuit that overturned California’s ban on same‑sex marriage in 2010, laying the groundwork for the Supreme Court’s nationwide recognition of marriage equality five years later.
Reiner’s activism also extended to environmental protection. He helped block development on a 3,000‑acre nature preserve north of Los Angeles, preserving the land as a refuge for wildlife.
Former President Barack Obama reflected on Reiner’s legacy in a tribute, writing that “beneath all of the stories he produced was a deep belief in the goodness of people — and a lifelong commitment to putting that belief into action.”
Dec 17, 2025 at 09:27 AM EST
What did Rob Reiner say about Trump before his death?
Rob Reiner was not only a celebrated filmmaker but also a vocal political activist who frequently weighed in on national debates.
He strongly supported Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign and, after Donald Trump’s victory, became one of Hollywood’s sharpest critics of the administration. In 2017, Reiner helped launch the Committee to Investigate Russia, which examined Moscow’s interference in U.S. elections. That same year, he told Variety that Trump was “mentally unfit” to serve as president.
Reiner’s criticism continued in later years. In a 2023 interview, he warned that Trump openly embraced authoritarianism, asking whether Americans wanted “to continue democracy or slip into fascism.” In 2024, he told The Guardian that Trump’s agenda threatened the Constitution and risked undermining democracy worldwide.
Reiner also joined calls for former President Joe Biden to step aside as the Democratic nominee, hosting a fundraiser attended by Vice President Kamala Harris. During Trump’s second term, he urged Americans to keep speaking out, telling WBEZ Chicago that the country had reached “a very, very scary place.”
Dec 17, 2025 at 09:22 AM EST
Hollywood continues to mourns Rob and Michele Reiner
Hollywood stars are paying tribute to Rob and Michele Reiner after the couple was found dead in their Brentwood home on Dec. 14. Their son, Nick Reiner, has been charged with fatally stabbing his parents, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman confirmed Dec. 16.
Billy Crystal, Larry David, Martin Short, Albert Brooks and others issued a joint statement honoring Rob Reiner’s legacy as both an actor and director. They praised his versatility across comedy, drama and documentary filmmaking, describing him as a collaborator who empowered writers and actors alike.
The statement also remembered Michele as Rob’s partner in activism, noting the couple’s shared commitment to social justice. “They were a special force together—dynamic, unselfish and inspiring. We were their friends, and we will miss them forever,” the group wrote.
Additional tributes have come from Michael Douglas, Demi Moore, Paul McCartney, Stephen King, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kate Hudson, Zooey Deschanel and Rita Wilson, underscoring the couple’s impact across film, music and literature.
Dec 17, 2025 at 09:16 AM EST
WATCH: Rob Reiner’s past interviews about his son Nick resurface after director’s death
Dec 17, 2025 at 09:12 AM EST
How many children did Rob and Michele Reiner have?
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The deaths of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner have placed a spotlight on their three children, each of whom has lived a very different life in and out of the public eye.
Jake Reiner, the eldest, has worked behind the scenes in entertainment as a producer and production executive. He has largely avoided the spotlight, though he shared his father’s love of baseball, a passion passed down from Rob’s father, Carl Reiner.
Nick Reiner, 32, has faced public struggles with addiction and homelessness beginning in his teens. His experiences inspired the semi‑autobiographical film Being Charlie, which he co‑wrote and his father directed. Nick is now charged with two counts of first‑degree murder in connection with his parents’ deaths.
Romy Reiner, 27, the youngest, has kept a low profile. She occasionally appeared with her parents at events but has not pursued a public career. Romy discovered her father’s body at the family’s Brentwood home on Dec. 14, unaware at the time that her mother was also dead inside.
Dec 17, 2025 at 09:07 AM EST
Who is Rob Reiner’s daughter, Romy?
Romy Reiner, daughter of slain filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, reportedly discovered her father’s body inside the family’s Brentwood home on December 14 without realizing her mother had also been killed.
According to the New York Times, Romy, 27, went to the house after being contacted by a massage therapist who could not access the property. She fled after finding her father, later learning from paramedics that her mother was also dead inside.
Hours after the discovery, Romy’s brother Nick Reiner, 32, was arrested near the University of Southern California. He has since been charged with two counts of first‑degree murder, with prosecutors alleging he used a knife in the attack. If convicted, he faces life in prison without parole.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman has not ruled out pursuing the death penalty. “Rob Reiner was one of the greatest filmmakers of his generation. His murder and his wife’s murder are shocking and tragic,” Hochman said, pledging to seek justice for the couple.
The Reiners, married for more than 35 years, leave behind three children: Jake, Nick, and Romy.
Dec 17, 2025 at 09:03 AM EST
What to know about Rob Reiner’s activism, political stance
Rob Reiner’s activism extended far beyond Hollywood, shaping California policy and national debates for decades.
In 1998, he spearheaded Proposition 10, a ballot initiative that taxed cigarettes to fund early childhood development programs. The measure passed with bipartisan support and inspired similar efforts in other states.
Though speculation swirled for years about a possible run for California governor, Reiner declined, saying he wanted to focus on his family and the state’s children. Instead, he became a prominent voice in political campaigns, backing Howard Dean’s 2004 presidential bid and endorsing Hillary Clinton in 2008 and 2015.
Reiner also played a central role in the fight against Proposition 8, which banned same‑sex marriage in California. He founded the American Foundation for Equal Rights and invested millions to challenge the measure in court. His advocacy continued through the Supreme Court cases that ultimately recognized marriage equality nationwide.
“Rob Reiner’s contributions reverberate throughout American culture and society, and he has improved countless lives through his creative work and advocacy fighting for social and economic justice,” Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said in a statement Sunday.
Dec 17, 2025 at 08:58 AM EST
What did Rob Reiner say about Charlie Kirk’s death?
President Donald Trump is facing criticism for mocking Rob Reiner in death, a move some observers say contradicts his earlier stance following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
After Kirk’s death in September, MAGA influencers and White House officials urged restraint, condemning those who celebrated the tragedy. Thousands of social media accounts were flagged for posts deriding Kirk.
Critics noted Trump’s shift in tone Monday, contrasting it with Reiner’s own response to Kirk’s death. Speaking to Piers Morgan in September, Reiner described videos of the attack as “absolute horror” and said violence should never be a solution to political differences.
"I unfortunately saw the video of it, and it's beyond belief what happened to him, and that should never happen to anybody. I don't care what your political beliefs are," he said. "That's not acceptable. That's not a solution to solving problems."
Reiner also praised Kirk’s widow, Erika, for forgiving her husband’s killer, calling her remarks “beautiful” and “admirable.” He added that forgiveness reflected values he embraced, including the principle of “do unto others.”
Dec 17, 2025 at 08:54 AM EST
Nick Reiner to face court in parents’ murder case
Nick Reiner, son of actor and director Rob Reiner, is expected to make his first court appearance on Wednesday on charges of murdering his parents.
Prosecutors allege the 32‑year‑old fatally stabbed Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, in their Brentwood home on Dec. 14. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced the charges Tuesday, adding special circumstances of multiple murders and an allegation that a knife was used, which could increase sentencing. He said a decision on whether to pursue the death penalty has not yet been made.
Police said Reiner was arrested without resistance hours after the killings near the University of Southern California. He is being held without bail.
Defense attorney Alan Jackson, known for representing Harvey Weinstein, will lead Reiner’s defense. Deputy District Attorney Habib Balian, who has prosecuted cases involving Robert Durst and the Menendez brothers, will handle the case for the state.
Friends, including Billy Crystal, Albert Brooks, Martin Short, and Larry David, issued a statement mourning the couple, calling them “dynamic, unselfish and inspiring.”
Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the killings.
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