The deaths of acclaimed filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner have sparked widespread shock and intense public interest, with growing questions surrounding their son, Nick Reiner. As online speculation continues, many are asking whether Nick has been arrested in connection with the tragic incident.
Has Nick Reiner Been Arrested?
As of now, Nick Reiner has not been arrested, and no one is currently in police custody, according to officials. The Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery-Homicide Division is actively investigating the case, but authorities have not confirmed any arrests or formally named a suspect.
While multiple sources close to the family have told PEOPLE that Nick was responsible for the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner, law enforcement has not verified or confirmed these claims. Police have emphasized that the investigation is ongoing.
What Police Have Confirmed So Far
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) received a medical emergency call at approximately 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 14. When first responders arrived at the couple’s Los Angeles home, they discovered a man and a woman deceased. Sources later identified the victims as Rob Reiner, 78, and Michele Singer Reiner, 68.
According to multiple reports, the couple was found by their daughter, Romy Reiner, who alerted authorities.
Nick Reiner Being Questioned
Nick Reiner is currently being questioned by the LAPD’s Robbery-Homicide Division as part of standard investigative procedure. Questioning, however, does not equal arrest, and police have not announced any charges at this stage.
Authorities have not released details about the cause of death, potential weapons, or whether foul play has been officially determined.
About Rob and Michele Reiner
Rob Reiner was one of Hollywood’s most influential directors, known for classics such as The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally…, Misery, and A Few Good Men. He and Michele Singer Reiner met while working on When Harry Met Sally… and married in 1989.
The couple shared three children, including Nick Reiner, and were known for keeping their family life largely private despite Rob’s public career.