Rob Reiner's Son Nick Arrested for Murder in Deaths of Director and Wife Michele

The Los Angeles Police Department has confirmed that Nick Reiner, the 32-year-old son of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, has been arrested and booked for murder in connection with his parents' deaths. The bodies of Rob Reiner, 78, and Michele Singer Reiner, 68, were discovered at their Brentwood home on Sunday afternoon, December 14, with what authorities describe as stab wounds. The Los Angeles Fire Department received an emergency call at 3:38 p.m., prompting a response to the couple's South Chadbourne Avenue residence. According to reports, the victims were found by their daughter Romy Reiner, who discovered her parents stabbed to death. Sources indicate that during the initial investigation, Romy told investigators that a relative "should be a suspect" because they're "dangerous," suggesting the deaths occurred during a heated family argument. LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell confirmed at a Monday news briefing that Nick Reiner had been "booked for murder" and is being held without bail. Initial jail records had shown bail set at $4 million, but this was later changed to no bail. The arrest occurred Sunday night around 9:15 p.m., hours after the initial emergency response. "As a result of the initial investigation, it was determined that the Reiners were the victims of homicide," the LAPD stated. "The investigation further revealed that Nick Reiner, the 32-year-old son of Robert and Michele Reiner, was responsible for their deaths." McDonnell described the deaths as "very tragic" and said investigators "worked throughout the night on this case" before making the arrest. There was no sign of forced entry at the residence, and the case will be presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office for filing consideration. Nick Reiner has publicly struggled with drug addiction and homelessness. His battles with substance abuse became the basis for the semi-autobiographical 2015 film "Being Charlie," which he co-wrote with his father directing. The film explored elements of their relationship and Nick's experiences with addiction. Rob Reiner, son of comedy legend Carl Reiner, was one of Hollywood's most prolific directors, known for iconic films including "This Is Spinal Tap," "A Few Good Men," "When Harry Met Sally," and "The Princess Bride." He married Michele Singer, an actress and photographer, in 1989 after meeting her while directing "When Harry Met Sally." The couple had three children together: Jake (born 1991), Nick (born 1993), and Romy (born 1997). The deaths have prompted an outpouring of grief from the entertainment industry and beyond, with artists and sports figures taking to social media to share memories and condolences. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to piece together the full circumstances surrounding this tragic family incident.