Reba McEntire is remembering Rob Reiner with warmth, gratitude, and deep affection following his tragic death. The country music icon and “The Voice” coach reflected on their time together during red carpet interviews ahead of the Season 28 finale and later on social media, prompting an outpouring of emotion from fans who admired Reiner’s work and his quiet kindness behind the scenes.
McEntire Shares Personal Tribute & Favorite Memory
McEntire later honored Reiner with a heartfelt Instagram post, sharing a throwback photo of the two from their time working together.
“I enjoyed every minute I was around Rob Reiner,” she wrote.
“He was one of a kind. I got to work with him on the movie North and he also helped us with our ending of my video, ‘Does He Love You.’ I sure will miss him. What a gift he was to this world. Rest in peace, my friend.”
The post quickly drew messages of support and remembrance from fans and fellow entertainers.
Remembering Their Work on ‘North’ & ‘Does He Love You’
McEntire appeared in “North,” the Reiner-directed film released in 1994. The cast included Elijah Wood, Jason Alexander, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bruce Willis, Dan Aykroyd, and several other notable actors.
Reiner also played a role in shaping the ending of McEntire’s music video for “Does He Love You,” her 1993 duet with Linda Davis. The song was later re-recorded in 2021, featuring Dolly Parton.
Fans flooded the comments of McEntire’s post with memories of “North,” calling it a favorite childhood film and praising Reiner’s connection to her music.
McEntire Pays Tribute To Reiner at ‘The Voice’ Finale
McEntire spoke about Reiner while chatting with Access Hollywood on the red carpet ahead of the Season 28 finale of “The Voice.”
“He was just easy going, easy to get along with,” she said. “You would never know how much of a famous person he was if you just walked up and met him. He was the best.”
During the conversation, McEntire also shared her thoughts on the contestants she coached this season and revealed which team she believes is the one to beat. She also spoke about the people who offered her guidance throughout her career.
The Season 28 finale of “The Voice” airs December 16 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. The full season is streaming on Peacock.
Tributes Pour In After Tragic Loss
GettyReiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead on Sunday, December 14, at their home in California. Their daughter, Romy Reiner, 28, reportedly discovered the couple. Authorities arrested their son, Nick Reiner, 32, in connection with the deaths on Monday.
The tragedy sparked an outpouring of tributes across the entertainment industry, honoring Reiner’s legacy as a director, collaborator, and friend. For McEntire, the loss is deeply personal.
“What a gift he was to this world,” she wrote.
The words echoed a sentiment shared by many mourning the loss of a Hollywood figure remembered not just for his work, but also for the kindness he showed everyone around him.
