As Hollywood continues to mourn the devastating deaths of legendary director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, new details have emerged about the final hours of their lives — and a disturbing encounter that may have foreshadowed the tragedy.
A Heated Confrontation Before the Murders
According to multiple sources speaking with People, Rob and his 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, were involved in a heated argument at a holiday party hosted by Conan O’Brien on Saturday night, just hours before the couple was found dead in their Brentwood home on Sunday (Dec. 14).
The altercation, described by witnesses as “very loud,” reportedly alarmed several guests.
“Nick was freaking everyone out, acting crazy, and kept asking people if they were famous,” one partygoer told People.
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Following the confrontation, Rob and Michele reportedly left the party early. It’s unclear whether Nick left at the same time or later.
The Next Day: A Shocking Discovery
Just after 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, emergency responders were called to the Reiner home for a medical emergency.
Upon arrival, authorities found Rob, 78, and Michele, 68, dead with injuries consistent with a knife attack.
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Sources close to the investigation say the couple’s throats had been slit, allegedly during a violent family dispute.
According to TMZ, it was their daughter, Romy Reiner, who discovered the horrific scene. She reportedly informed investigators that a “dangerous” family member should be considered a suspect.
Nick Reiner Arrested
In a new statement, the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that Nick Reiner is “responsible” for the deaths of his parents. He was arrested around 9:15 p.m. on Sunday, authorities said.
While Nick is currently in custody, investigators have not disclosed a motive, nor have they elaborated on how the victims died or how they determined Nick’s involvement.
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Nick — the second of Rob and Michele’s three children — has publicly struggled with addiction and mental health issues for years.
In a 2016 interview, he opened up about cycling through more than a dozen rehabs and experiencing homelessness across several states.
His journey inspired the semi-autobiographical film Being Charlie, which he co-wrote and which was directed by his father.
A Tragic Loss Felt Across Hollywood
The deaths of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner have sent shockwaves through the entertainment world.
Rob, known for directing classics like Stand by Me, The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally, and A Few Good Men, was a towering figure in both film and television.
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Michele, a photographer and producer, collaborated with Rob on several projects and left her own quiet but powerful mark on the industry.
Their loss — reportedly at the hands of their own son — has left family, friends, and fans reeling.
Celebrities Who Were Murdered
It’s shocking to hear when one of your fave actors, musicians or models is murdered. In fact, many of them still haunt us to this day. Below, discover 25 who were killed.
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