Hollywood’s Rob Reiner and His Wife Found Stabbed to Death in Los Angeles [WATCH]

Legendary film director Rob Reiner and his longtime wife were found stabbed to death inside their Brentwood home Sunday, and law enforcement sources say the couple’s adult son is being treated as a person of interest as investigators work to determine what led to the killings.

Officers responded to a call at the residence Sunday afternoon and discovered a man and a woman suffering from stab wounds, according to law enforcement sources.

The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed to NBC Los Angeles that a 78-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman were pronounced dead at the scene.

Sources later identified the victims as Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, who were married in 1989.

According to those same sources, the couple’s 32-year-old son, screenwriter Nick Reiner, has been identified as a person of interest in the investigation.

Authorities emphasized that no arrests had been announced as of Sunday evening.

In a statement released following the discovery, Reiner’s family said, “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Michele and Rob Reiner. We are heartbroken by this sudden loss, and we ask for privacy during this unbelievably difficult time.”

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Investigators believe a knife was used in the attack, according to sources familiar with the case.

Police activity remained heavy throughout the afternoon and evening as detectives worked inside and around the property.

Officers blocked off the street in front of the home while investigators were seen going in and out of the residence.

Nick Reiner has previously spoken publicly about struggles with drug addiction and homelessness.

In a 2016 interview with People, he said, “I was homeless in Maine. I was homeless in New Jersey. I was homeless in Texas I spent nights on the street. I spent weeks on the street. It was not fun.”

A reporter at the scene observed a man who identified himself as Rocco tell officers he was Reiner’s assistant and offer assistance in accessing the home.

Several high-profile figures were also seen arriving at the property following the discovery of the bodies.

A neighbor told The Post that comedian Billy Crystal, a longtime friend of Reiner, arrived at the home. Larry David was also seen there later, and ABC 7 reported that Crystal “looked like he was about to cry.”

LAPD Detective Chief Alan Hamilton addressed reporters outside the home during a press conference that drew criticism for its lack of clarity.

Hamilton said the department was still in the process of obtaining a search warrant for the property roughly six hours after the 911 call was made.

He told reporters that residents of Brentwood were not believed to be in danger but confirmed that no suspect had been taken into custody.

Hamilton declined to officially confirm the identities of the deceased at that time.

Despite that, public tributes began appearing online from state and local officials.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass posted a statement saying, “This is a devastating loss for our city and our country. 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.”

This is a devastating loss for our city and our country. 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. An acclaimed actor,…

— Mayor Karen Bass (@MayorOfLA) December 15, 2025

California Gov. Gavin Newsom also shared a statement on X, writing, “Jen and I are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.”

Newsom added, “Rob was a passionate advocate for children and for civil rights — from taking on Big Tobacco, fighting for marriage equality, to serving as a powerful voice in early education. He made California a better place through his good works. Rob will be remembered for his remarkable filmography and for his extraordinary contribution to humanity.”

Jen and I are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.

Rob was the big-hearted genius behind so many of the classic stories we love, with projects as wide-ranging as The Princess Bride to A Few Good Men. His boundless empathy made his stories… pic.twitter.com/JEYeY7DYO6

— Governor Gavin Newsom (@CAgovernor) December 15, 2025

The Reiner home was decorated for the holidays at the time of the incident and sits in a high-end Brentwood neighborhood known for its privacy, with large hedges and gated properties.

The residence is located less than two miles from the site where Nicole Brown Simpson was murdered in 1994.

Reiner, 78, was one of Hollywood’s most prominent directors, known for a string of successful films in the 1980s and 1990s.

His directing credits include “When Harry Met Sally,” “The Princess Bride,” “This Is Spinal Tap,” and “A Few Good Men.”

Rob shared his great talent & empathetic friendship with many lucky people. Michele & he worked hard for wise, difficult ideas. Always focused on vulnerable community members. Prayers for their kids, families and friends. Alas. #Reiner pic.twitter.com/UQfCX55xyX

— Bobby Shriver (@bobbyshriver) December 15, 2025

Before his directing career, Reiner gained national recognition as Mike “Meathead” Stivic on the CBS sitcom “All in the Family,” a role that earned him two Emmy Awards.

The investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to piece together what happened inside the home.

Authorities have not released further details about a motive or timeline and have said additional information will be provided as the case develops.

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