Tributes Flow for the Reiners as Medical Examiner's Findings Remain Under Wraps.
Well beyond 14 days following the shocking loss of celebrated filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, photographer Michele Reiner, friends and colleagues continue to honor the couple.
Quoting a Classic: Cary Elwes Recalls His Director
Posting on social media, actor Cary Elwes, who starred in Reiner's beloved 1987 film *The Princess Bride*, stated he only now felt ready to post publicly about his deep grief.
"Adequate time has elapsed that I can finally articulate my loss into words," shared Elwes, adding that his initial encounter with Reiner created an instant bond. "Once we started spending more time together I knew this was someone I desired in my life."
The actor shared never-before-seen clips from the production, remarking that he doesn't recollect "a single day without mirth".
"The movie is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Values that Rob cherished deeply. Which is among the many reasons he was the best person to helm it," Elwes expressed.
He also paid tribute Michele Reiner, stating: "Claiming that they were a great team would be an understatement. My heart still aches every time I recall you." He finished with a quote from *The Princess Bride*: "Indeed, death cannot stop true love but living is anguish without you."
Martin Scorsese Reflects on a Colleague and Comrade
In a distinct tribute, revered director Martin Scorsese also honored Reiner, whom he initially encountered in the 1970s.
"Right away, I loved being with Rob. We had a instant connection for each other. He was very funny and sometimes bitingly funny, but he was never the kind of guy who would dominate the room," Scorsese shared.
Scorsese pointed out Reiner's cameo appearance in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, embodying the father of the main character.
"His improvisation skills with the best. He was a virtuoso at comedy, he worked wonderfully with his co-stars, and he comprehended the emotional dilemma of his character," Scorsese wrote.
Legal Developments: Autopsy Reports Withheld
Recently, a Los Angeles judge ruled to bar the disclosure of the Reiners' medical examiner's reports, after an appeal from the Los Angeles Police Department.
A court order issued a embargo on the investigation to limit the public release of "any investigative information, evidence and photographs" pertaining to the active case.
The Medical Examiner's office had previously confirmed their deaths were the outcome of murder, with a official listing citing the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".
Response and Criticism
After the deaths, public individuals shared divergent reactions.
Former President Donald Trump commented on the matter, offering provocative statements that were met with immediate backlash by several commentators.
Podcaster Joe Rogan added his perspective to the detractors last week. Speaking on his show, Rogan described the comments as "shocking" and implied they showed a concerning deficiency of sympathy.
Rogan concluded by suggesting that an adviser could have stepped in when the decision to comment on the passing was made.
