Rob Reiner, the acclaimed actor, director and producer, was found dead on December 14, 2025 at his home in Brentwood, Los Angeles, at the age of 78.
Reiner’s wife, Michele Singer Reiner, 68, was also found dead at the scene and authorities are treating both deaths as a homicide case; A thorough investigation has been launched into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The son of acclaimed comedian Carl Reiner, Rob began his career in show business as a comedy writer in the 1960s, working as Steve Martin’s writing partner on He Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour in 1968 and 1969.
Throughout their married life, which lasted more than 35 years, Rob did not stop directing, resulting in masterpieces: “Misery”, “A Few Good Men”, “The American President”, “The Bucket List” and “Spinal Tap II: The End Continues”.
Rob Reiner was married twice and had a blended family of four children: Tracy, Jake, Nick and Romy.
Tracy is the biological daughter of Penny Marshall and was adopted by her mother’s ex-husband, Rob Reiner.
He then had three biological children (Jake, Nick and Romy) with his second wife, Michele Singer Reiner.
They have all left their mark in acting, writing and producing, continuing their parents’ creative legacy.
Tracy Reiner—61 years old
As the eldest daughter, Tracy was born in 1964 and was adopted by Rob Reiner while he was married to her biological mother, Penny Marshall.
Tracy pursued a career as an actress and producer, with credits including When Harry met Sally, A league of its own, and Apollo 13.
Although Tracy was not Reiner’s biological daughter, she occasionally appeared with him publicly.
The express tribune He once wrote, while highlighting Reiner’s love for his daughter, that he “consistently referred to Tracy as his daughter and remained closely involved in her life.”
Jake Reiner—34 years old
Rob and Michele Singer Reiner’s oldest biological son, Jake, was born in 1991.
He initially dedicated himself to journalism and worked as a reporter at the Houston-based channel. KPRC Channel 2.
In addition, he also ventured into podcasting, hosting a podcast, The Tilt: Dodgers Podcastwhich highlights Los Angeles Dodgers baseball broadcasts.
Jake, who once reflected on his career choice in an interview with the Houston ChronicleHe said, “I just had a different passion, a passion for the news.”
Nick Reiner—32 years old
Nick Reiner is the middle son of Rob and Michele, born in 1993.
He has been quite vocal about his past struggles with drug addiction and his homeless experiences.
After spending time in rehab, he co-wrote the semi-autobiographical film. being charlie in 2016, based on her own experiences, which was directed by none other than her father, Rob Reiner.
Romy Reiner—28 years old
The youngest of the Reiner siblings, Romy Reiner, who was born in 1997, has forged a creative path as an actress, writer, producer and artist.
She lists herself as an “artist, writer, actress and model” on the casting platform Backstage, with appearances in projects such as You voicesand Virgin Born Again.
