On Monday, the website TMZ reported that American director Rob Reiner and his wife, producer Michele Reiner, were found dead in their Los Angeles home. According to the publication, they were allegedly killed by a family member following a possible argument on Sunday. The couple's daughter discovered the bodies and told police that a family member was apparently responsible for her parents' deaths. There has been no official confirmation of the suspect's identity. Rob Reiner, known for films such as 'When Harry Met Sally...' (1989) and 'The Wolf of Wall Street' (2013), and his wife were found dead on Sunday at their Brentwood home with injuries consistent with a stabbing. The Los Angeles Fire Department received a call for a medical emergency at 3:30 p.m. local time (11:30 p.m. GMT), and upon arrival, they found the bodies of the 78-year-old Reiner and his 68-year-old wife. According to the Los Angeles Times, there were no signs of forced entry into the home. TMZ reports that the magazine People points to the couple's middle son, 32-year-old Rick Reiner, as the presumed perpetrator, while other media outlets only indicate that a close relative is being questioned by police, who have not yet provided any details. It is expected that investigators will provide new information about the incident and the identity of the suspect throughout the day. Shock and disbelief have spread through the worlds of politics and the arts. Prominent politicians, actors, and other artists expressed their shock on Monday over the deaths. Former U.S. President Barack Obama (2009-2017) wrote on X: 'Rob's achievements in film and television gave us some of our most cherished stories on screen.' Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris (2021-2025) stated that his work 'has impacted generations of Americans.' Actress Roseanne Barr wrote on social media: 'I'm at a loss for words.' Actor James Woods, who starred in 'Ghosts of Mississippi,' directed by Reiner, lamented the death of his 'good' friend. California Governor Gavin Newsom, also a Democrat, said his 'heart broke' upon hearing the news, calling Reiner 'a big-hearted genius behind so many of the classic stories we love.' Actor and producer Elijah Wood said on X that he was 'horrified to learn of the passing' of Reiner and his 'wonderful wife.' Actor Ben Stiller called Reiner one of his 'favorite' directors. SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin said in a statement published by Variety that Reiner was one of the most significant figures in the history of film and television. Director Paul Feig said on X that Reiner was his 'true hero.'
