Rob Reiner’s son calls parents’ passing a living nightmare
Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead in their Brentwood, Los Angeles, home on December 14, 2025, after paramedics responded to a call. The deceased, aged 78 and 70, were discovered in the primary bedroom. Their son, 34‑year‑old Jake Reiner, publicly described the emotional impact of the loss in a Substack post released on Friday.
Nick Reiner, the middle child of the couple, was arrested the same day near the house, roughly 15 miles away. He is charged with two counts of murder, including a special circumstance for multiple murders, and a charge that he used a deadly weapon. Nick has pleaded not guilty.
The Reiner family, known for filmmaker Rob Reiner’s career, has been in the public eye for years. Jake’s statement emphasized the sudden nature of the deaths and the enduring grief he experiences each day.
Law enforcement officials have stated that the investigation remains ongoing. No further details have been released at this time.