Rob Reiner (78) found dead: All about legendary director's family
What's the story
Los Angeles authorities are investigating the mysterious deaths of two individuals at a Brentwood residence owned by Hollywood director Rob Reiner. The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed that a man and woman, aged around 78 and 68, were discovered dead inside the home on Sunday. According to TMZ and Variety, Reiner and his wife Michele were stabbed to death, and LAPD Robbery Homicide Division detectives have been assigned the case, per NBCLA. Here's more about the director and his family.
Family details
Reiner was first married to actor-director Penny Marshall
Reiner was first married to actor-director Penny Marshall in 1971. Reiner adopted Marshall's daughter Tracy Reiner from her previous marriage. They ended up divorcing in 1981. He met his second and current wife, actor-photographer Michele Singer Reiner, while directing When Harry Met Sally... They married in 1989 and have three children: Jake (born 1991), Nick (born 1993), and Romy (born 1997).
Marshall's impact
Marshall's legacy and health struggles
Reiner's former wife, Marshall, was a beloved sitcom and screen actor. She became the first woman in Hollywood history to direct a film that grossed over $100 million with Big in 1988. Her drama Awakenings received a Best Picture nomination two years later, and she surpassed the $100 million mark again with A League of Their Own in 1992. Marshall passed away at 75 due to complications from diabetes in 2018.
Career highlights
Michele's contributions to film and photography
Apart from being an actor, Michele has also made significant contributions to the film industry as a photographer. She was part of the Camera and Electrical Department in the 1990 film Misery. Her producing credits include the 2017 movie Shock and Awe and the HBO documentary Albert Brooks: Defending My Life, both directed by her husband.
Ongoing probe
Investigation underway into the deaths
The Los Angeles Police Department's Robbery Homicide Division is currently investigating the case. A heavy police presence was reported outside Reiner's home after the bodies were discovered on Sunday. LAFD paramedics were called to the residence around 3:30pm followed by LAPD officers for an "ambulance death investigation," a term used when firefighters discover a death and call in law enforcement.