Who is Rob Reiner?
Rob Reiner was an American Actor and Director. He was known especially for his role as Michael (“Meathead”) Stivic in the television series All in the Family (1971–79) and for his direction of such culturally resonant films as This Is Spinal Tap (1984), The Princess Bride (1987), When Harry Met Sally… (1989), and A Few Good Men (1992). Rob was a legendary director who had received international acclaim for his work. Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, have died at their Los Angeles home, TMZ confirmed on 14 December. Early reports had stated that the LAPD had found two bodies at their Brentwood home. Now, TMZ has confirmed that the bodies belong to Rob and Michele.
Wiki/Overview
| Full Name | Robert Norman Reiner |
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| Profession | Actor and Director |
| Date of Birth | 6 March 1947 |
| Place of Birth | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Age (as of 2025) | 78 (Died on 14 December) |
| Father | Carl Reiner |
| Mother | Estelle Reiner |
| Spouse | Penny Marshall (First Wife) (Divorced), Michele Singer (Second Wife) |
| Education | Graduation |
| Known for | Rob Reiner was a renowned Ameircan Director and Singer. |
| Residence | Los Angeles, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Religion | Christian |
| Hair Colour | Grey |
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| Eye Colour | Black |
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Early life
Rob Reiner was born on 6 March 1947 to parents Carl Reiner and Estelle Reiner at New York City, New York, U.S.
Career
Rob Reiner started his career as an actor in television. He became known in the 1970s for playing Michael “Meathead” Stivic on the popular sitcom All in the Family. This role made him famous and won him awards for acting. Before this, he also appeared in small TV parts and worked as a writer early in his career.
After acting, Reiner moved into directing movies and became one of Hollywood’s most successful directors. His first big film was This Is Spinal Tap in 1984, a comedy about a fictional rock band that became a cult hit. He then directed many well-known films across different styles, such as Stand by Me, The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally…, Misery, and A Few Good Men. Many of these movies are loved by audiences and critics alike.
In addition to his film and TV work, Reiner co-founded the company Castle Rock Entertainment and sometimes acted in his own movies or other films. He also used his voice and fame to support causes he cared about. Over decades, his work in both acting and directing made him a respected figure in American entertainment.
On December 14, 2025, the Los Angeles Fire Department reported finding two deceased persons, a 78-year-old male and a 68-year-old female, inside Reiner and Singer’s home in Brentwood, Los Angeles, around 3:30 pm. The identities of the bodies were not immediately reported. Shortly afterwards, it was confirmed that the bodies found were Reiner and his wife, Michele. Senior law enforcement officials report that both had stab wounds, and their deaths are being investigated as apparent homicides as of December 14.
Education
Rob Reiner was very intelligent and studious child. He completed his graduation from University of California.
Family and Affairs
Rob Reiner initially married with actress/director Penney Marshall in 1971. The couple later got divorced in 1981. Rob Reiner then married to Michele Singer in the year 1989.
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Achievements
Rob Reiner has been widely recognized for his work both as an actor and a director. As an actor, he won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his role as Michael “Meathead” Stivic on All in the Family in 1974 and 1978, and he earned several other Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for the same role. He also received a special award at the People’s Choice Awards for his contributions to film and television.
As a director and filmmaker, Reiner’s films have been celebrated by critics and peers, earning him nominations from major industry groups. He received multiple Golden Globe nominations for Best Director for films like Stand by Me, When Harry Met Sally…, A Few Good Men, and The American President, and one of the films he produced (A Few Good Men) was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture.
Money Factor
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Trivia and Facts
- Rob Reiner was a very influential political activist.
- Rob Reiner was a co-founder of the American Foundation for Equal Rights.
