Rob Reiner, the director of the cult classic This Is Spinal Tap, has been found dead. He and his wife, Michele, were discovered in their Los Angeles home on Sunday, victims of an apparent homicide. Police report that both suffered stab wounds and that a family member is being questioned.
The bodies were found in the couple’s Brentwood home by emergency responders. The LAPD is investigating the deaths as a double homicide.
Reiner’s career was marked by innovation and humor. This Is Spinal Tap created a new genre of film, while The Princess Bride became a fairy tale for the ages. He was also a celebrated actor, known for his role in All in the Family.
Michele Reiner, a photographer, was his wife and partner. The couple was known for their close relationship and their shared interests. The news of their deaths has stunned the entertainment world.
Tributes from Mayor Karen Bass and others highlight the couple’s impact on American culture. As the investigation continues, fans are turning up the volume on Spinal Tap in honor of the director.