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\n Related: <\/span>Celebrity Deaths of 2025: Director Rob Reiner and More Stars We\u2019ve Lost<\/span><\/a>
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Rob began his career as an actor in the CBS sitcom All in the Family, earning two Emmy awards for his role as Mike \u201cMeathead\u201d Stivic. He later became an accomplished filmmaker, directing films such as This Is Spinal Tap, When Harry Met Sally<\/a> and A Few Good Men.<\/p>\nFor her part, Michele was an actress and producer, who collaborated with her husband as a producer on several of his movies, including the recently released Spinal Tap II: The End Continues<\/a>.<\/p>\nTributes have poured in from across the world, including from Ben Stiller<\/strong>, former U.S. President Barack Obama<\/strong> and more.<\/p>\nScroll down to read how Hollywood and other celebrities are remembering Rob and Michele:<\/p>\n
Ben Stiller<\/h3>\n
\u201cWhat a huge loss,\u201d Stiller wrote on X<\/a>. \u201cRob Reiner was one of my favorite directors. He made some of the most formative movies for my generation. He came out [from] behind a huge comedic shadow of the great Carl Reiner and being a TV actor to being a great director who made an incredible run of movies. Spinal Tap is one of the best comedies ever made \u2014 and the list goes on. He was a kind caring person who was really, really funny.\u201d<\/p>\n\u201cI didn\u2019t know him well but was always a fan and I feel a real sadness for those who did, and his family,\u201d the actor added.<\/p>\n
Barack Obama<\/h3>\n
\u201cMichelle and I are heartbroken by the tragic passing of Rob Reiner and his beloved wife, Michele,\u201d the former U.S. president wrote on X<\/a>. \u201cRob\u2019s achievements in film and television gave us some of our most cherished stories on screen. But beneath all of the stories he produced was a deep belief in the goodness of people\u2014and a lifelong commitment to putting that belief into action. Together, he and his wife lived lives defined by purpose. They will be remembered for the values they championed and the countless people they inspired. We send our deepest condolences to all who loved them.\u201d<\/p>\nGavin Newsom<\/h3>\n
The California governor wrote via X<\/a>, \u201cJen and I are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.\u201d<\/p>\n\u201cRob was the big-hearted genius behind so many of the classic stories we love, with projects as wide-ranging as The Princess Bride to A Few Good Men. His boundless empathy made his stories timeless, teaching generations how to see goodness and righteousness in others \u2014 and encouraging us to dream bigger,\u201d the politician continued.<\/p>\n
Newsom added, \u201cThat empathy extended well beyond his films. Rob was a passionate advocate for children and for civil rights \u2014 from taking on Big Tobacco, fighting for marriage equality, to serving as a powerful voice in early education. He made California a better place through his good works.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cRob will be remembered for his remarkable filmography and for his extraordinary contribution to humanity,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\n
Sean Astin<\/h3>\n
\u201cRob Reiner is one of the most significant figures in the history of film and television. The impact he made on American culture simply can\u2019t be overstated,\u201d the SAG-AFTRA president said in a statement<\/a> issued by the union. \u201cTributes will pour in and the impossibly long list of genre defining films and indelible performances will play in our minds and hearts. Rob Reiner was a member of our union for nearly 60 years. We send love and warmth to Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner\u2019s families, friends and colleagues. Our entertainment community and audiences around the world will mourn deeply. On a personal note, so many of Mr. Reiner\u2019s films and performances made me think, made me emotional and especially they made me laugh really hard. That\u2019s how I will remember him.\u201d<\/p>\nPaul Feig<\/h3>\n
\u201cOne of my most cherished pictures. Rob was my true hero,\u201d the Housemaid<\/a> director wrote on X<\/a>, sharing a picture of him and Reiner. \u201cA true visionary titan and a lovely lovely person. One never knows if it\u2019s proper to post during something as tragic as this. But I just want the world to know what so many of us know in the industry. Rob was the best. \ud83d\udc94\u201d<\/p>\nJohn Cusack<\/h3>\n
\u201cShocked by the death of Rob Reiner \u2013 a great man,\u201d Cusack wrote in an X<\/a> post.<\/p>\nElijah Wood<\/h3>\n
\u201cHorrified to hear of the passing of Rob Reiner and his wonderful wife Michelle. So much love to their kids and family,\u201d the Lord of the Rings star wrote via X<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThank You!<\/h3>\n
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Dane Cook<\/h3>\n
\u201cRob Reiner\u2019s impact on television and cinema is immeasurable,\u201d the comedian said in an X<\/a> post. \u201cBrokenhearted to hear the news today of his death, and the death of his wife Michele.\u201d<\/p>\nEric Idle<\/h3>\n
\u201cRob Reiner was a lovely man,\u201d the comedian said in an X<\/a> post. \u201cI spoke to him last night for over an hour. I always enjoyed his company. I met him at his Dad\u2019s in 1975. He was telling me about [filming] at Stonehenge and his thoughts for the future. This is so awful. I shall miss him. A clever, talented and very thoughtful man.So awful.\u201d<\/p>\nElizabeth Banks<\/h3>\n
\u201cRob Reiner was a genius story teller. A master. RIP,\u201d Banks wrote in an Instagram Story<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
For her part, Michele was an actress and producer, who collaborated with her husband as a producer on several of his movies, including the recently released Spinal Tap II: The End Continues<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tributes have poured in from across the world, including from Ben Stiller<\/strong>, former U.S. President Barack Obama<\/strong> and more.<\/p>\n Scroll down to read how Hollywood and other celebrities are remembering Rob and Michele:<\/p>\n \u201cWhat a huge loss,\u201d Stiller wrote on X<\/a>. \u201cRob Reiner was one of my favorite directors. He made some of the most formative movies for my generation. He came out [from] behind a huge comedic shadow of the great Carl Reiner and being a TV actor to being a great director who made an incredible run of movies. Spinal Tap is one of the best comedies ever made \u2014 and the list goes on. He was a kind caring person who was really, really funny.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI didn\u2019t know him well but was always a fan and I feel a real sadness for those who did, and his family,\u201d the actor added.<\/p>\n \u201cMichelle and I are heartbroken by the tragic passing of Rob Reiner and his beloved wife, Michele,\u201d the former U.S. president wrote on X<\/a>. \u201cRob\u2019s achievements in film and television gave us some of our most cherished stories on screen. But beneath all of the stories he produced was a deep belief in the goodness of people\u2014and a lifelong commitment to putting that belief into action. Together, he and his wife lived lives defined by purpose. They will be remembered for the values they championed and the countless people they inspired. We send our deepest condolences to all who loved them.\u201d<\/p>\n The California governor wrote via X<\/a>, \u201cJen and I are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cRob was the big-hearted genius behind so many of the classic stories we love, with projects as wide-ranging as The Princess Bride to A Few Good Men. His boundless empathy made his stories timeless, teaching generations how to see goodness and righteousness in others \u2014 and encouraging us to dream bigger,\u201d the politician continued.<\/p>\n Newsom added, \u201cThat empathy extended well beyond his films. Rob was a passionate advocate for children and for civil rights \u2014 from taking on Big Tobacco, fighting for marriage equality, to serving as a powerful voice in early education. He made California a better place through his good works.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cRob will be remembered for his remarkable filmography and for his extraordinary contribution to humanity,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\n \u201cRob Reiner is one of the most significant figures in the history of film and television. The impact he made on American culture simply can\u2019t be overstated,\u201d the SAG-AFTRA president said in a statement<\/a> issued by the union. \u201cTributes will pour in and the impossibly long list of genre defining films and indelible performances will play in our minds and hearts. Rob Reiner was a member of our union for nearly 60 years. We send love and warmth to Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner\u2019s families, friends and colleagues. Our entertainment community and audiences around the world will mourn deeply. On a personal note, so many of Mr. Reiner\u2019s films and performances made me think, made me emotional and especially they made me laugh really hard. That\u2019s how I will remember him.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cOne of my most cherished pictures. Rob was my true hero,\u201d the Housemaid<\/a> director wrote on X<\/a>, sharing a picture of him and Reiner. \u201cA true visionary titan and a lovely lovely person. One never knows if it\u2019s proper to post during something as tragic as this. But I just want the world to know what so many of us know in the industry. Rob was the best. \ud83d\udc94\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cShocked by the death of Rob Reiner \u2013 a great man,\u201d Cusack wrote in an X<\/a> post.<\/p>\n \u201cHorrified to hear of the passing of Rob Reiner and his wonderful wife Michelle. So much love to their kids and family,\u201d the Lord of the Rings star wrote via X<\/a>.<\/p>\n You have successfully subscribed.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n \u201cRob Reiner\u2019s impact on television and cinema is immeasurable,\u201d the comedian said in an X<\/a> post. \u201cBrokenhearted to hear the news today of his death, and the death of his wife Michele.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cRob Reiner was a lovely man,\u201d the comedian said in an X<\/a> post. \u201cI spoke to him last night for over an hour. I always enjoyed his company. I met him at his Dad\u2019s in 1975. He was telling me about [filming] at Stonehenge and his thoughts for the future. This is so awful. I shall miss him. A clever, talented and very thoughtful man.So awful.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cRob Reiner was a genius story teller. A master. RIP,\u201d Banks wrote in an Instagram Story<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nBen Stiller<\/h3>\n
Barack Obama<\/h3>\n
Gavin Newsom<\/h3>\n
Sean Astin<\/h3>\n
Paul Feig<\/h3>\n
John Cusack<\/h3>\n
Elijah Wood<\/h3>\n
Thank You!<\/h3>\n
Dane Cook<\/h3>\n
Eric Idle<\/h3>\n
Elizabeth Banks<\/h3>\n