Celebrities Mourn Rob Reiner After Death in LA
Celebrities Mourn Rob Reiner After Death in LA
Iconic director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home, prompting heartfelt tributes from Obama, Gavin Newsom and other stars.
Two people were found dead at the Brentwood residence of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele in Los Angeles on Sunday. The ages were reported as about 78 for the man and 68 for the woman. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded, and authorities said no cause of death has been released while investigators determine what happened.
News of the deaths drew quick tributes from across entertainment and politics. Barack Obama reflected on Reiner's films and the belief in the goodness of people, saying his work offered cherished stories and a life long commitment to doing good.
Jerry O Connell posted on social media with a photo from the set of Stand By Me, Josh Gad called him one of the greatest directors of all time, and Gavin Newsom praised his boundless empathy that extended beyond the screen. James Woods recalled their long friendship and the role Reiner played in supporting him early in his career.
Rob Reiner was known for classics such as The Princess Bride, A Few Good Men, and Stand By Me. His career spanned decades and genres, and his influence reached beyond film into political and charitable work. As investigators continue to look into what happened, fans and colleagues are celebrating the stories he helped tell and the kindness he showed off screen.
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