Los Angeles police are investigating the deaths of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, at their Brentwood home Sunday evening. the deaths are being investigated as a possible double homicide, according to authorities who responded to a call at the couple’s residence on South Chadbourne Avenue around 3:40 p.m PST. The news of Reiner, 78, and Singer’s passing, 70, has prompted statements from California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, underscoring the impact of the loss on the entertainment industry and the city.
Los Angeles police are investigating the deaths of actor, director, and producer Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife, Michele Singer, 70, at their home in California. The deaths are being treated as a possible double homicide, authorities said Sunday night.
The investigation began Sunday afternoon around 3:40 p.m. when officers responded to a call at a residence on South Chadbourne Avenue, according to a statement from the Los Angeles Police Department. Records indicate the property belongs to Reiner.
Confirmation of the identities of the deceased came hours later from California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. The news has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and beyond, as Reiner was a prominent figure in the entertainment industry for decades.
Reiner rose to fame co-starring in the popular 1970s CBS comedy series, “All in the Family,” and went on to direct a string of critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, including “The Princess Bride,” “This is Spinal Tap,” “When Harry Met Sally…,” “Stand By Me,” and “The American President.”
His wife, Michele Singer, was a photographer whose work included a portrait of Donald Trump featured on the cover of his book, “Trump: The Art of the Negotiation.”
Beyond his work in film, Reiner was known for his political activism. He appeared in advertisements criticizing President George W. Bush during the 2004 presidential election and voiced support for Democratic candidates John Kerry, Al Gore, and Hillary Clinton.
Reiner was previously married to Penny Marshall, who starred in “Laverne & Shirley” and also achieved success as a director and producer. He is survived by three children with Singer.
According to early reports, authorities discovered the bodies with evidence of stab wounds. The investigation is ongoing, and police have not yet released details regarding potential suspects or motives. This development underscores the ongoing concerns about violent crime in Los Angeles and the impact on the city’s cultural community.
Born in New York City, Reiner was the son of the late comedic writer and actor Carl Reiner. His career spanned multiple decades, leaving a lasting impact on American cinema and culture.
The investigation continues as authorities seek to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths of the well-known Hollywood couple.
