Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer died in their California home on Sunday night. The news was reported by Variety, and fans on the Internet immediately leapt to process such a profound loss. Reiner was the beloved actor, director, producer and screenwriter behind a number of film fan all-timers over the course of his career. Movies like When Harry Met Sally, The Princess Bride, and This Is Spinal Tap carry some of his magic in them. He was 78 at the time of his death. Police are currently investigating motives and family members.
In a statement to CNN, a spokesperson for the Reiner family asked for privacy in this tough time. The words in their chosen statement lament the tragic passing of this couple. From the spokesperson: “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Michele and Rob Reiner. We are heartbroken by this sudden loss, and we ask for privacy during this unbelievably difficult time.”
