Tracy Reiner, 61, has spoken out following the brutal deaths of her father, legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner, and his wife Michele Singer Reiner. In an emotional statement, Tracy said the horrific double killing has left her devastated and struggling to process the tragedy. She honored her family by calling them “the greatest family ever,” a sentiment that reflects the depth of her grief.

Tracy, who was adopted by Rob during his marriage to Penny Marshall, explained that the loss has left her nearly speechless.
“I came from the greatest family ever. I don’t know what to say. I’m in shock,” she shared.

Making the situation even more heartbreaking, Tracy revealed that she had seen her father just one day before the deadly knife attack at the family’s Brentwood mansion.

What Investigators Have Revealed So Far

According to authorities, Rob, 78, and Michele, 68, were found dead inside their $13.5 million home on Sunday afternoon. Their daughter Romy, 28, discovered their bodies. Both victims suffered multiple lacerations, and their throats were slit — injuries consistent with what police described as a violent, targeted attack.

Police confirmed that the couple’s youngest son, Nick Reiner, 32, has been charged in connection with the murders.

Law enforcement sources told The U.S. Sun that Rob and Michele had engaged in a heated public argument with Nick during a Hanukkah party the night before, reportedly hosted by Conan O’Brien. The confrontation is believed to have continued when the family returned home, culminating in the fatal assault.

Nick was arrested Monday morning and booked into a Los Angeles jail. He now faces two counts of murder and is being held on $4 million bail, according to LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell.

Nick Reiner’s Troubled Past

Nick Reiner has rarely appeared in public in recent years. In 2016, he openly discussed his long battle with addiction, revealing that he entered rehab for the first time at age 25. His struggles eventually led to periods of homelessness and life-threatening situations.

“When I was out there, I could’ve died. It’s all luck. You roll the dice and you hope you make it,” Nick said at the time.

His experiences later inspired the semi-autobiographical 2015 film Hey Charlie, which he cowrote with his father. The movie explores the life of a troubled young man battling addiction while living in the shadow of a powerful parent. Rob said the process forced him to revisit trauma and painful memories:

“It was very, very hard going through it the first time… and then making the movie dredged it all up again,” the director told the Los Angeles Times.

Hollywood Mourns the Loss of Rob and Michele Reiner

As news of the couple’s deaths spread, tributes poured in from colleagues, friends, and admirers across the entertainment industry.

Eric Idle, former Monty Python star, shared that he had spoken with Rob the night before the tragedy:
“He was a lovely man… a clever, talented and very thoughtful man. So awful.”

Ben Stiller described Rob as one of his all-time favorite directors, praising him as “a kind, caring person who was really, really funny.”

Josh Gad, the voice of Olaf in Frozen, called the tragedy “devastating.”

Actor John Cusack, who appeared in Reiner’s 1985 film The Sure Thing, remembered him as someone who “saw the soul in others.”

Inside the Horror: What Police Know

The LAPD has classified the case as a double homicide. Deputy Police Chief Alan Hamilton confirmed that detectives are interviewing several members of the Reiner family, as well as witnesses from the Hanukkah party.

Importantly, Hamilton noted that there were no signs of forced entry, suggesting the killer was someone who had legitimate access to the home — a detail that ultimately pointed investigators toward Nick.

Rob Reiner’s Extraordinary Career

Rob Reiner leaves behind one of Hollywood’s most accomplished careers, spanning more than five decades.

Born in the Bronx to beloved comedians Carl and Estelle Reiner, Rob entered show business early. He made appearances throughout the 1960s, but his breakthrough came in the 1970s when he portrayed Michael “Meathead” Stivic on the iconic sitcom All in the Family.

Throughout the years, Rob’s talent extended far beyond acting. He became one of the most influential directors in American film history, helming classics such as:

• When Harry Met Sally

• The Princess Bride

• A Few Good Men

• Misery

• Stand by Me

On the set of When Harry Met Sally, Rob met photographer Michele Singer, who would become his wife and lifelong collaborator. The couple married in 1989 and were together for 36 years.

Michele played a key role in several of Rob’s film projects, including Shock and Awe and Albert Brooks: Defending My Life.

Together, they raised four children: Romy, Jake, Nick, and Tracy, whom Rob adopted during his marriage to Penny Marshall.

Tributes From Political Leaders

The impact of Rob and Michele extended far beyond Hollywood.

California Governor Gavin Newsom praised Rob’s storytelling and empathy, writing:
“His boundless empathy made his stories timeless, teaching generations how to see goodness in others.”

Former President Barack Obama honored the couple’s legacy, saying:
“They lived lives defined by purpose. They will be remembered for the values they championed and the countless people they inspired.”

Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi described Rob as both “creative and funny,” and called Michele an “indispensable partner and intellectual resource.”