Veteran Hollywood director and actor Rob Reiner, famed for films like When Harry Met Sally… and The Princess Bride, and his wife Michele Singer Reiner were discovered dead in their Brentwood, Los Angeles residence on Sunday afternoon, authorities said. The deaths are being investigated as an apparent homicide amid ongoing law enforcement inquiry.
🕯️ Tragic Discovery at Brentwood Home
Emergency responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department were called to the couple’s home around 3:30 p.m. on December 14, 2025, where they found the bodies of a 78-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman. Law enforcement sources reported the victims had suffered stab wounds, prompting detectives from the LAPD’s robbery-homicide division to treat the deaths as a possible murder investigation.
A family spokesperson expressed deep sorrow, noting that the sudden loss has left loved ones “heartbroken” and asking for privacy during this difficult time. Officials have said that a family member is being questioned, but no suspect has been publicly detained or charged at this stage.
🎥 Legacy of a Filmmaking Icon
Rob Reiner rose to fame in the entertainment world first as an actor, winning acclaim for his portrayal of Mike “Meathead” Stivic on the television sitcom All in the Family. He later became a celebrated director, with a career spanning decades that included iconic films such as This Is Spinal Tap, Stand by Me, Misery, A Few Good Men, The Princess Bride, and When Harry Met Sally….
Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner married in 1989 and shared three children. Beyond his filmmaking work, Reiner was also known for his activism and advocacy on social issues, which earned him recognition beyond Hollywood.
🔎 Ongoing Investigation and Public Reaction
Los Angeles police continue to probe the circumstances surrounding the couple’s deaths. While authorities have not released details on a formal suspect, media reports indicate that a family member has been interviewed by investigators as part of the inquiry. The community and entertainment industry have reacted with shock and sympathy, remembering Reiner’s vast contributions to film and culture.
The case remains active, and more information is expected as detectives gather evidence and piece together the sequence of events.
