Rob Reiner’s possible last words about his son Nick Reiner echoed the brutal tragedy that followed just days later.
The late director told one of his friends, who remained anonymous at Conan O’Brien’s party, that he was “petrified” that Nick would hurt him.
During the commemorative event of When Harry met Sally director, the celebrity recalled hearing Rob say, “I’m petrified of [Nick]. I can’t believe I’m going to say this, but I’m afraid of my son. I think my own son can hurt me.”
All guests present fought back tears as friends and family addressed those attending the service, including Billy Crystal and his wife, Janice, Larry David, Bill Hader and O’Brien.
This comes after it was revealed the pair had an intense argument at O’Brien’s party, sparking fears for the mental health of Nick, who had battled addiction.
Just a few days after the party, the director and his wife were found dead in their home in Brentwood, Los Angeles, with multiple stab wounds.
