On a somber Sunday evening, the world of celebrities turned to social media to express their profound shock and sadness upon hearing of the tragic stabbing deaths of beloved 78-year-old actor-filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele in their Los Angeles home. The double homicide remains under investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department, with no arrests announced as yet.
"Rob Reiner, who co-starred in one of the most influential sitcoms of all time, had an incredible career as a director, and was one of the kindest and most considerate human beings I've ever encountered in this industry. RIP to Rob and to Michele," film critic Richard Roeper said, referring to Reiner's breakthrough role in the iconic TV series, All in the Family.
"Rob was my true hero. A true visionary titan and a lovely person. One never knows if it's proper to post during something as tragic as this. But I just want the world to know what so many of us in the industry know: Rob was the best," filmmaker Paul Feig said.
"Please God, shine some light on this world. Not on Rob Reiner. Not so tragically," actor Rob Morrow said.
"Rob Reiner. His humor was smart, his heart was real. His films were a breath of fresh air for us. Grateful for what he created, and for what he and his wife gave to the world," comedian Kevin Nealon said.
"I can't believe this. Whatever your thoughts on his politics, this is so horrible. I've met them both and they were lovely to me. Rob is responsible for such wonderful movies," actress Patricia Heaton said.
"Shocked by the death of Rob Reiner - a great man," actor John Cusack said.
"R.I.P. Rob and Michele Reiner. I can't believe this," artist Sean Ono Lennon added, his voice laden with disbelief and sadness.
