Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese expressed his sorrow over the tragic deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner, aged 78 and 70, who were found murdered in their Brentwood home on December 14. Their son, Nick Reiner, 32, has been arrested and charged with two counts of murder, as reported by ‘Variety.’
In a heartfelt essay in The New York Times, Scorsese remembered Rob Reiner as a dear friend, stating, “Rob Reiner was my friend, and so was Michele. From now on, I’ll have to use the past tense, and that fills me with such profound sadness. But there’s no other choice.” Scorsese and Reiner’s friendship dates back to the early 1970s when they met in Los Angeles.
Martin Scorsese recalled their shared love for New York humor and the instant connection they had. He praised Reiner’s humor, describing him as hilarious and genuinely enjoyable to be around. Scorsese also highlighted Reiner’s background in show business, with his parents being the renowned performers Carl and Estelle Reiner.
Scorsese fondly remembered Rob Reiner’s infectious laughter and carefree spirit, emphasizing the joy he brought to those around him. He also praised Reiner’s directorial work, citing ‘Misery’ as a standout film and ‘This Is Spinal Tap’ as a unique and brilliant creation. Additionally, Scorsese revealed that he had considered Reiner for a role in his film ‘The Wolf of Wall Street.’
