Rob and Michele Singer Reiner were seen at multiple public events and had plans with celebrity friends shortly before their tragic deaths.
On December 15, it was confirmed by the Los Angeles police that Rob, 78, and Michele, 68, died from “apparent stab wounds.” Their sudden deaths shocked Hollywood and the world, as they had recently attended Conan O’Brien’s Christmas party.
A statement from their family expressed their deep sorrow: “We are heartbroken by this sudden loss, and we ask for privacy during this unbelievably difficult time.”
The situation worsened when their son, Nick Reiner, was arrested in connection with the crime. He was charged with murder after an argument with his parents at O’Brien’s party, just hours before they were found dead in their Brentwood home.
“The investigation determined the Reiners were victims of homicide,” stated the press release, naming Nick, 32, as the suspect.
Here’s a detailed look at the events leading up to Rob and Michele’s deaths:
Rob and Michele Reiner at Conan O’Brien’s Christmas Party
On December 14, Rob and Michele attended a gathering at O’Brien’s Los Angeles home. A source confirmed they had a public disagreement with Nick, who was reportedly behaving “creepily” and asking guests if they were famous.
Witnesses reported a loud argument between Rob and Nick at the party. Nick, who has been open about his struggles with addiction, left the event and checked into The Pierside Santa Monica hotel. He was later located near the University of Southern California and arrested for murder about six hours after his parents were found dead.
NBC News reported on December 16 that Nick allegedly interrupted a conversation involving comedian Bill Hader at the party, leading to a tense exchange.
Before Nick Reiner’s arrest, he had spoken about how addiction affected his relationship with his parents. Rob and Michele, married in 1989, had three children: Jake, Nick, and Romy.
Rob and Michele Reiner Seen ‘Healthy and Happy’ Before Death
Jane Fonda shared memories of spending time with Rob and Michele, describing them as “wonderful, caring, smart, funny, generous people.”
Fonda, 87, had been working with them on relaunching the Committee for the First Amendment and noted they seemed “healthy and happy” shortly before their deaths.
Comedian Eric Idle also spoke with Rob for over an hour shortly before he passed, remembering him fondly.
Maria Shriver mentioned having dinner with the couple just days before their deaths, noting they were in a good place in their lives.
They were supposed to meet with Michelle Obama and Barack Obama the day they were found dead.
Hollywood mourns the loss of Rob and Michele Reiner, who were found dead in their Brentwood home on December 14. Their family has since spoken out about the tragedy.
The Reiner Family’s Last Trip
Rob and Michele, along with their children Romy, Jake, and Nick, enjoyed a tropical vacation in late November, shared by their daughter on Instagram.
