In a shocking development that has sent waves of grief through Hollywood and beyond, legendary actor, director, and producer Rob Reiner, aged 78, and his wife, photographer and producer Michele Singer Reiner, were found stabbed to death in their upscale Brentwood home in Los Angeles on Sunday, December 14, 2025.
Authorities from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) are investigating the incident as an apparent double homicide, with the Robbery-Homicide Division leading the probe.The grim discovery was made after the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a medical aid call at approximately 3:30–3:40 p.m. at the couple’s residence on the 200 block of South Chadbourne Avenue.
Paramedics found the bodies of a 78-year-old man and a woman in her late 60s (reports vary slightly on Michele’s age, between 68 and 70), both suffering from multiple stab wounds. There were no signs of forced entry, suggesting the perpetrator may have been known to the victims.
Law enforcement sources have indicated that a family member was interviewed in connection with the deaths, and reports from multiple outlets, including People, The Independent, ABC News, and The New York Times, state that the couple’s 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, has been taken into custody.
He was booked late Sunday night and is being held on $4 million bail, though formal charges have not yet been announced by the LAPD. Some sources describe Nick as having a history of personal struggles.
The Reiner family released a statement late Sunday confirming the deaths: “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Michele and Rob Reiner. We are heartbroken by this sudden loss, and we ask for privacy during this unbelievably difficult time.”
Rob Reiner, son of comedy legend Carl Reiner, rose to fame as Michael “Meathead” Stivic on the groundbreaking sitcom All in the Family. He earned two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series, along with multiple additional nominations and five Golden Globe nods.
Beyond television, he continued to appear in notable films, showcasing his versatility with supporting roles in projects like Throw Momma from the Train (1987), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), Bullets Over Broadway (1994), The First Wives Club (1996), Primary Colors (1998), EDtv (1999), and Martin Scorsese’s The Wolf of Wall Street (2013).
Transitioning behind the camera, Reiner made a splash with his feature directorial debut, the groundbreaking mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap (1984), which he also co-wrote and appeared in. He followed this with a remarkable string of critically acclaimed and beloved films, including the youthful adventure The Sure Thing (1985), the poignant coming-of-age story Stand by Me (1986), the enchanting fairy-tale romance The Princess Bride (1987), the timeless romantic comedy When Harry Met Sally… (1989), the gripping psychological thriller Misery (1990), and the intense courtroom drama A Few Good Men (1992), which received an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture.
He later directed the charming political romance The American President (1995), among other works.Throughout his prolific career, Reiner garnered widespread recognition, including nominations for an Academy Award (as producer), a British Academy Film Award, multiple Golden Globes for Best Director, and Directors Guild of America Awards.
He was inducted with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1999, received the prestigious Chaplin Award from Film at Lincoln Center in 2014, and saw three of his directed films preserved in the National Film Registry for their cultural significance.
A vocal political activist and Democrat, Reiner was known for his advocacy on issues like marriage equality, early childhood education, and social justice.
Michele Singer Reiner, whom Rob met on the set of When Harry Met Sally and married in 1989, was an accomplished photographer and collaborator on many of his projects.
The couple shared three children: Jake, Nick, and Romy.Tributes poured in swiftly from across the entertainment industry and political sphere. Former President Barack Obama called the loss “heartbreaking,” praising Reiner’s belief in “the goodness of people” and his commitment to action.
California Governor Gavin Newsom described him as a “big-hearted genius.” Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass mourned it as “a devastating loss for our city and our country.” Actors like Jamie Lee Curtis, Kathy Bates, and Billy Crystal expressed shock and devastation, with friends reportedly gathering at the scene.
The investigation remains ongoing, with LAPD officials emphasizing no immediate threat to the public. This tragic event marks a somber end to the legacy of one of Hollywood’s most influential figures. Updates are expected as more details emerge from authorities.
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