Rob Reiner’s son, Nick, is accused of the murder of their parents. The couple were found dead at their home on Sunday, Dec. 14.
Several sources citing family members said the couple was killed by their son, Nick Reiner, though authorities have not confirmed that information and said the case remains under active review.
The Los Angeles Fire Department said it was called to the residence around 3:30 p.m. to render medical assistance. Firefighters discovered a man, 78, and a woman, 68, unresponsive inside the home.
Both were pronounced dead at the scene, and sources later identified them as Rob and Michele Reiner.
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Law enforcement officials said the couple’s 32-year-old son, Nick, was found alive and is currently being questioned as part of the investigation. Police have not announced any arrests and have declined to comment on the circumstances surrounding the deaths, citing the early stage of the inquiry.
The case has drawn widespread attention due to Reiner’s prominence in the entertainment industry, where he was known for a career spanning several decades. As investigators work to determine what happened, authorities have emphasized that details remain limited and that conclusions should not be drawn before the investigation is complete.
Rob Reiner’s films
He first gained national recognition as Mike Stivic on the classic sitcom All in the Family before moving behind the camera to direct a string of influential films.
His filmography includes:
- This Is Spinal Tap
- Stand by Me
- The Princess Bride
- When Harry Met Sally…
- Misery
- A Few Good Men
Born in the Bronx in 1947, Rob Reiner was the son of comedian Carl Reiner and actress Estelle Lebost and became known for directing across genres, from satire and romance to drama.
