Son of Rob Reiner Arrested After Director and Wife Found Dead in Los Angeles Home

LOS ANGELES, CA — The son of celebrated director and actor Rob Reiner has been taken into custody in connection with the apparent homicide of Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, who were discovered dead at their Brentwood home on Sunday.
Authorities arrested Nick Reiner, 32, on felony charges early Monday morning, according to Los Angeles County jail records, which list his bail at $4 million. Official charges have not yet been publicly announced by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).
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Homicide Investigation Underway
The bodies of Rob Reiner, 78, and Michele Singer Reiner, 68, were found by emergency responders who arrived at their residence shortly after 3:30 p.m. local time on Sunday following a medical aid call.

Victims: Rob Reiner, the Emmy-winning actor from All in the Family and director of classics like When Harry Met Sally and The Princess Bride, and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, a photographer.
Cause of Death: While police have not officially confirmed details, multiple law enforcement sources have indicated the couple suffered stab wounds.

Police Response: The LAPD’s Robbery Homicide Division is leading the investigation into the incident, which they are treating as an “apparent homicide.”
Sources familiar with the investigation, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that Nick Reiner, a screenwriter who has publicly discussed his struggles with drug addiction, was the person arrested.

Family Statement and Background
The Reiner family released a brief statement confirming the tragic news:
“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.”
Nick Reiner is one of the couple’s three biological children. In 2015, he co-wrote the film Being Charlie, a semi-autobiographical movie about addiction that his father directed. He had previously spoken openly about his struggles with substance abuse, which led to bouts of homelessness before he began his recovery.

As of Monday afternoon, it was not immediately clear if Nick Reiner has retained legal representation, and police have not provided any information regarding a potential motive. The investigation is ongoing.

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