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Rob Reiner, a lauded figure in Hollywood known for classics like 'When Harry Met Sally' and 'The Princess Bride', was found dead with his wife Michele at their Brentwood residence. Authorities are investigating, with a family member questioned. Mayor Karen Bass calls Reiner's passing a significant loss to the community, recognizing his impact on culture and social justice.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Director and actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were discovered dead in their Los Angeles home on Sunday, according to a law enforcement official familiar with the case. The official, who requested anonymity, indicated that investigators are treating the incident as an apparent homicide stemming from suspected stab wounds.Emergency responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department reported to a medical aid request just after 3:30 p.m., where they found the couple, aged 78 and 68, unresponsive.The Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery Homicide Division is actively working on the investigation. While the identities of the deceased have not been confirmed by local authorities, reports have surfaced linking the victims to Reiner’s upscale residence located in Brentwood, a neighborhood popular with celebrities.Known for his significant contributions to film, Rob Reiner is the creative mind behind beloved movies from the 1980s and ’90s, such as 'This is Spinal Tap,' 'A Few Good Men,' 'When Harry Met Sally,' and 'The Princess Bride.' His role as the character Meathead in the classic TV series 'All in the Family' earned him two Emmy Awards, elevating him to stardom.Reiner, who celebrated his 78th birthday in March, has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Messages directed to his representatives went unanswered as of Sunday evening. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass expressed sorrow over the loss, noting, 'Rob Reiner’s contributions reverberate throughout American culture and society, and he has improved countless lives through his creative work and advocacy fighting for social and economic justice.'The late filmmaker, son of comedy legend Carl Reiner, had been married to photographer Michele Singer Reiner since 1989, and the couple shared three children. Previously, he was married to actress-director Penny Marshall from 1971 to 1981. The passing of Rob Reiner highlights a stark moment in Hollywood, given the recent losses of both his father in 2020 and former wife in 2018.
