Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, have died. The couple passed away in their Brentwood, California, home on Sunday, December 14. A homicide investigation is underway. Upon learning of their passing, social media has been flooded with reactions from fans, celebrities, and loved ones. Among the tributes is one from “Friends” actress Aisha Tyler.
Aisha Tyler Praises Rob Reiner
Reiner was a legend in the entertainment industry with an impressive portfolio of work, including films such as “Spinal Tap,” The Princess Bride,” “When Harry Met Sally,” and “A Few Good Men.” He was beloved not only for his work but also for his personality, and has been praised by many for being a really good person.
Tyler, who played Charlie Wheeler on the beloved hit sitcom “Friends,” paid tribute to Reiner by posting a photo of them on Instagram. They are smiling for the camera, with Reiner’s arm around Tyler. In the caption, she shared her heartbreak. “Rob Reiner was one of the kindest, most gentle, generous spirits I have ever met,” she wrote. “His creativity and artistic enthusiasm was deeply inspiring. What a horrible loss his death is. Sending love to his family, friends, and everyone who loved him.”
Fans flooded the comment section with messages of love and support. “In shock. So impossibly sad and unnecessary,” a comment reads. “Unthinkable horrific act. My heart goes to friends and family,” another person shared.
Other reactions include, “Hollywood’s truest directors. He will be missed,” “Horrible. Just horrible,” and “The world got a little dim last night. Rob shined so brightly. My solace is he is with his beloved Carl right now together again.” The last message references Carl Reiner, Rob’s father.
What Happened To Rob Reiner & Michelle Singer?
GettyThe news of Reiner and Singer’s passing was first reported on Sunday, December 14. TMZ broke the news, revealing that the Los Angeles Fire Department was called to the home around 3:30 p.m. PT. Initially, it was not confirmed that Reiner and Singer were dead, but later, more details emerged.
It was their daughter, Romy Reiner, who had found them, People reports. Reiner was 78, and Singer was 68. Sources are revealing that their second child, Nick Reiner, was involved in their deaths, People reports. The couple were also parents to son, Jake Reiner, and the “A Few Good Men” filmmaker was a father to actress Tracy Reiner, whom he shares with his first wife, Penny Marshall.
