Music legend Liza Minnelli shared a powerful message following the tragic loss of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner.
The 79-year-old singer took to Instagram on Saturday, December 20, to honor Rob and Michele while addressing an important issue in today’s society.
Along with images of the Reiners, Minnelli posted a black-and-white photo of herself drinking and smoking, but stressed that the post was not about her.
“Hey Kids, This picture is of me yet, not at all about me… it tells a universal story that needs no explanation. Let’s back up,” the singer wrote. “Like everyone I know, our hearts are shattered over the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner. When violence and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) collide, the devastation reaches far beyond one moment, one person, one family.”
Liza Minnelli Gets Real About Own SUD Battles
Minnelli went on to talk about her own experience with SUD, calling it a “dangerous illness.”
“We are all grieving. We are all feeling this great loss,” the singer continued. “The gut-wrenching question is: Could this tragedy have been prevented? Could these precious, sweet, genius lives been saved? I fear we will never have absolute answers.”
Minnelli also admitted that she stayed silent about her own battles, and it only made things worse.
“Silence only weakens the soul and deepens the harm,” she added. “I stayed quiet about my own SUD battles for far too long. I believed shame was safer. It wasn’t.”
Minnelli then highlighted her upcoming memoir, “Kids Wait Till You Hear This,” which tackles the reality of SUD. It is scheduled for release in March 2026.
The singer continued with an important reminder to those struggling with SUD to seek help.
“Asking for help is strength, not weakness,” Minnelli added. “Reach out today… before it’s too late.”
She ended her message with:
“Join me tonight in praying for the Reiner family. God knows they need it. I love you all.”
Fans Moved By Liza Minnelli’s Honesty
Fans flooded the comment section with positive messages, commending the singer for her honesty about her own experience with substance abuse.
One fan wrote, “We are all stunned by this tragic event. We love you, dear Liza, for your kindness and your bravery in writing your own story.”
Another commented, “This tragic event has left us all heartbroken and stunned. Your kindness and bravery in sharing your story are a testament to your courage and strength. Much love to you.”
Someone added, “It feels like everyone is a victim in the Reiner tragedy. Thank you for sharing your struggles and experience.”
