Across Hollywood and beyond, celebrities and fans are paying tribute to director and actor Rob Reiner, who was found dead along with his wife Michele on Sunday in their home.
The son of writer Carl Reiner, Rob Reiner first became known for his role as Meathead in the influential sitcom “All in the Family.” He went on to direct classic films including “Stand by Me,” “This Is Spinal Tap,” “When Harry Met Sally…” and “A Few Good Men.”
The late Norman Lear’s family wrote in a statement, “The Lear Family is devastated by the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner. Norman often referred to Rob as a son, and their close relationship was extraordinary, to us and the world. Norman would have wanted to remind us that Rob and Michele spent every breath trying to make this country a better place, and they pursued that through their art, their activism, their philanthropy, and their love for family and friends. Lyn Lear had remained very close with them and said, ‘The world is unmistakably darker tonight, and we are left bereft.’”
Director Paul Feig wrote, “Rob is one of my heroes. I had the honor of calling him a friend.”
Paul Walter Hauser wrote, “Grieving the loss of my favorite director of all-time. A Few Good Men is THE reason I became an actor, and Rob’s filmography behind the camera is THE reason I wanted to direct and still do.” The actor went on to share a story about the time he met Reiner.
“Horrible. I didn’t think today could get worse,” wrote Jon Cryer on Threads.
Josh Gad wrote “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.”
Actress Virginia Madsen wrote on Instagram “Thank you Rob for giving us so much joy to hold on to. Life and talent always turned up to 11.”
Filmmaker Joe Russo wrote, “We lost one of the few good men.”
Nancy Pelosi said, “Rob was creative, funny, and beloved. And in all of their endeavors, Michelle was his indispensable partner, intellectual resource, and a loving wife.”
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