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Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were tragically discovered deceased in their Brentwood residence. The Los Angeles Police Department is treating their deaths as a homicide case.
Detectives from the LAPD’s homicide division are actively looking into the deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner. The renowned actor and filmmaker, aged 78, along with his 68-year-old wife, were found in their Los Angeles home on Sunday, December 14. The authorities are approaching this case as a double homicide. Here’s what is known so far.
Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner have died
The couple was discovered inside their Brentwood home. Sources close to the investigation told People magazine that their daughter was the one who contacted the police, concerned about a situation at the house. She reportedly came upon her parents unresponsive and called 911 for emergency assistance. Despite efforts, both were declared dead at the scene. Reports indicate they succumbed to stab wounds.
The LAPD held a press conference in the hours after the gruesome discovery. They refused to confirm the cause, manner, or time of death. They did, however, note they were investigating the incident as a homicide. The LAPD spokesperson emphasized that they did not yet have a person of interest or a suspect, though earlier reports indicated that the LAPD was speaking to a family member.
Their personal life was publicly quiet
Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner met on the set of When Harry Met Sally…, introduced by a mutual friend. They married in 1989 and began a family. Together, they welcomed children, Jake Reiner, Nick Reiner, and Romy Reiner. Rob also had a daughter, Tracy Reiner, from his first marriage to Penny Marshall. Marshall died in 2018. Reiner and Singer Reiner were largely private, sharing few details about their personal lives.
Reiner continued his work as a director; his projects were fewer in more recent years. Still, he had an upcoming project related to his famed Spinal Tap flick in production at the time of his death. Just a few months ago, Reiner, along with his wife and children, appeared together for the premiere of Spinal Tap II: The End Continues. Pictures from the premiere now appear haunting, considering the rumored nature of their deaths.
This is a developing story. Further updates from the police are expected. The family has issued a statement, noting that they are “heartbroken” by the sudden loss of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
