Hollywood director/actor Rob Reiner and wife Michele found de@d with knife wounds in LA home

Legendary Hollywood film-maker and actor Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner have been found de@d in their Los Angeles home. Authorities are investigating the incident as an apparent homicide after police and firefighters were called to the couple’s house on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 14, in a neighbourhood of LA. Reiner is known for directing classic films including The Princess Bride, This is Spinal Tap, When Harry Met Sally, Misery and A Few Good Men.”It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Michele and Rob Reiner,” a family spokesperson said in a statement to US media. “We are heartbroken by this sudden loss, and we ask for privacy during this unbelievably difficult time.” Police said a 78-year-old man and 68-year-old woman were pronounced de@d at the home, but officers did not immediately identify the couple or the circumstances surrounding their deaths. Police also said no-one had been arrested, but that no suspect or person of interest was currently being sought. A spokesperson for the Los Angeles Fire Department told the BBC they received a call at about 15:38 local time (23:38 GMT) for medical aid to a home in Brentwood, a neighbourhood that is home to many celebrities. Robbery homicide detectives from the LA police department also responded to the home and have opened a homicide investigation. In a news conference on Sunday night, police did not offer any details about the de@ths or what they found when they responded. Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton said both bodies were still inside the house, more than six hours after police and firefighters had been called. Police also did not give details about any injuries the pair sustained. However, according to TMZ, sources say the two suffered lacerations consistent with a knife. The LAPD’s Robbery Homicide Division is still investigating. California Governor Gavin Newsom released a statement that confirmed the de@th of Reiner and his wife. Newsom said he was “heartbroken” by the de@ths and called Reiner a “big-hearted genius behind so many of the classic stories we love”. Former US President Barack Obama said he and wife Michelle were also heartbroken by the couple’s de@ths. “Rob’s achievements in film and television gave us some of our most cherished stories on screen,” he said. “But beneath all of the stories he produced was a deep belief in the goodness of people – and a lifelong commitment to putting that belief into action. “Together, he and his wife lived lives defined by purpose. They will be remembered for the values they championed and the countless people they inspired. We send our deepest condolences to all who loved them.” The post Hollywood director/actor Rob Reiner and wife Michele found de@d with knife wounds in LA home appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.