Hollywood mourns Rob Reiner and his wife Michele’s deaths: ‘Two of the most kind souls’

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Hollywood was stunned Sunday, December 14, when filmmaker and 'All In the Family' star Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, were found dead in their Brentwood home.

Authorities reported that Reiner, 78, and Singer, 68, suffered lacerations consistent with a knife. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a call at their Chadbourne Avenue residence around 3:30 pm, and detectives from the LAPD Robbery-Homicide Division are actively investigating the scene.

1. Paul Feig

Director Paul Feig wrote on X alongside a picture he took with Rob Reiner, "One of my most cherished pictures. Rob was my true hero. A true visionary titan and a lovely lovely person. One never knows if it’s proper to post during something as tragic as this. But I just want the world to know what so many of us know in the industry. Rob was the best."

2. John Cusack

Actor John Cusack, who starred in Reiner’s film 'The Sure Thing,' wrote on X, "Shocked by the death of Rob Reiner - a great man."

3. Josh Gad

Actor Josh Gad, who worked with Rob on various charity projects, expressed deep grief over his death. 

He wrote on Facebook, "He was one of the greatest directors of our time. He was a friend. He was simply a beautiful person. Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle were two of the most kind and caring souls you could ever imagine. He cared so much for those who had no voices. This loss is devastating. I cannot express how much this hurts. Love you Rob and Michelle. Thank you for all you gave us."

4. Richard Roeper

A critic Richard Roeper tweeted on X, "Rob Reiner co-starred in one of the most influential sitcoms of all time, had an incredible run as a director, and was one of the kindest and most considerate human beings I've ever met in this business. RIP to Rob and to Michele. "

5. Mark Harris

“There’s so much to say about Rob Reiner as a director, an activist, and a mensch, but I just can’t summon it right now," Author and Hollywood historian Mark Harris wrote on Bluesky.

"I spent this week rewatching a lot of 'All in the Family' for work. It's not Rob Reiner's primary legacy, but it was one of the greatest quartets in TV history, and he was essential in the least rewarding role. He has a scene with Jean Stapleton in S8 that moved me to tears. Where I'll be for a while."

6. Virginia Madsen

Actress Virginia Madsen mourned on Instagram, "Damn this awful news out of Brentwood. God be with those who love them. Thank you Rob for giving us so much joy to hold on to. Life and talent always turned up to 11. z”

7. C Robert Cargill 

'The Black Phone' and 'Doctor Strange' screenwriter C Robert Cargill shared on Bluesky, "The cultural impact of Rob Reiner cannot be understated. Legend isn’t big enough a word. It goes to 11. You can’t handle the truth. As you wish. I’ll have what she’s having. I’m your number one fan. You guys wanna see a dead body? The very idea of a bucket list. The West Wing. All from his movies.”

8. Corey Feldman

A co-worker Corey Feldman who starred in Reiner's 1986 Classic 'Stand By Me' shared on X, "OMG this is horrible news! I'm so sorry for Rob and his wife, and their children, and the whole Reiner family! All I can say is I'm shocked and saddened, but I love you Rob! You will be forever missed."

9. Mayor Karen Bass 

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass expressed her sorrow on X over the “devastating loss” to the city. She highlighted, “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.”

Praising his career and activism, she wrote, “An acclaimed actor, director, producer, writer, and engaged political activist, he always used his gifts in service of others.”

She added, “Personally, I am heartbroken by the tragic loss of Rob and his wife Michele. I knew Rob and have tremendous respect for him. Among his numerous contributions, Rob helped create First 5 California, a landmark initiative funded by a tobacco tax to support early childhood development programs.”

She continued, “He and Michele fought for early childhood development and marriage equality, working to overturn Proposition 8. They were true champions for LGBTQ+ rights.”