Tributes pour in for ‘big-hearted genius’ Rob Reiner after director and wife are found dead
Shock and sadness expressed after Rob Reiner and wife’s alleged murder
- Acclaimed actor and director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Reiner, have died following a deadly assault at their Los Angeles home.
- Their deaths prompted an extensive outpouring of tributes from prominent figures across the political and entertainment industries.
- Former US president Barack Obama and California Governor Gavin Newsom praised Reiner's cinematic achievements, empathy, and commitment to social good.
- Nancy Pelosi and fellow actors like Josh Gad and James Woods expressed devastation, highlighting Reiner's talent, kindness, and the tragic nature of their passing.
- The Lear Family and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass also paid tribute, acknowledging Reiner's profound impact on American culture and his advocacy for social justice.