The leisure trade — and past — was left reeling after legendary director Rob Reiner and his spouse had been discovered stabbed to loss of life of their Hollywood house, with tributes pouring in as quickly because the tragic information unfold.
Reiner, 78, a beloved Hollywood icon recognized for his hit movies like “The Princess Bride” and “That is Spinal Faucet,” was discovered useless alongside his 68-year-old spouse, Michele, at their Brentwood mansion on Sunday afternoon.
With police nonetheless investigating the disturbing murders, actors, administrators and others who labored with or had been influenced by the “All within the Household” star.
“Horrified to listen to of the passing of Rob Reiner and his fantastic spouse Michelle (sic). A lot like to their children and household,” Elijah Wooden posted on X within the wake of the surprising information.
“Horrible. I didn’t assume the day may worsen,” “Two and a Half Males” star Jon Cryer wrote on Threads.
“Richard Jewell” star Paul Walter Hauser wrote in a prolonged, heartfelt Instagram submit crediting Reiner’s transfer “A Few Good Males” as the explanation he turned an actor.
“Grieving the lack of my favourite director of all-time,” Hauser wrote. “A Few Good Males is THE motive I turned an actor, and Rob’s filmography behind the digicam is THE motive I wished to direct and nonetheless do.”
Actor Josh Gad referred to as Reiner “one of many biggest administrators of our time” in a touching submit paying tribute to the legendary filmmaker and his spouse.
“Rob Reiner and his spouse Michelle (sic) had been two of essentially the most sort and caring souls you possibly can ever think about. He cared a lot for many who had no voices,” the “Frozen” actor wrote.
“This loss is devastating. I can’t categorical how a lot this hurts. Love you Rob and Michelle. Thanks for all you gave us.”
Actress Virginia Madsen, who starred in Reiner’s 2012 movie “The Magic of Belle Isle,” thanked him “for giving us a lot pleasure to carry on to.”
“Life and expertise at all times turned as much as 11,” Madsen wrote, in reference to his cult traditional movie “This Is Spinal Faucet.”
Outdoors of Hollywood, former President Barack Obama stated the Reiners “lived lives outlined by function.”
“Michelle and I are heartbroken by the tragic passing of Rob Reiner and his beloved spouse, Michele. Rob’s achievements in movie and tv gave us a few of our most cherished tales on display,” he wrote on X.
“However beneath all the tales he produced was a deep perception within the goodness of individuals—and a lifelong dedication to placing that perception into motion. Collectively, he and his spouse lived lives outlined by function. They are going to be remembered for the values they championed and the numerous folks they impressed. We ship our deepest condolences to all who cherished them.
“It’s arduous to think about anybody extra outstanding and glorious in each subject and endeavor they pursued. Rob was artistic, humorous, and beloved,” the California Democrat wrote.
“And in all of their endeavors, Michelle (sic) was his indispensable associate, mental useful resource, and loving spouse.”
“Paul and I and our complete household mourn the lack of our very expensive mates and are praying for his or her family members throughout an unimaginable time of grief,” she added.
“Jen and I are heartbroken by the tragic lack of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner,” Gov. Gavin Newsom posted on X.
“Rob might be remembered for his outstanding filmography and for his extraordinary contribution to humanity,” Newsom added.
Police had been referred to as to the Hollywood icon’s house on Sunday afternoon, the place they found the longtime couple, who married in 1989, useless from stab wounds.
The couple’s 32-year-old son and screenwriter Nick Reiner has been listed as an individual of curiosity within the lethal stabbing, sources instructed The Submit.
A knife is believed to have been used within the assault.
