Tributes Continue for Rob and Michele Reiner as Medical Examiner's Findings Remain Under Wraps.
More than two weeks subsequent to the heartbreaking passing of celebrated filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, photographer Michele Reiner, the entertainment community persist in remembering the pair.
Quoting a Classic: Cary Elwes Recalls His Director
Writing on Instagram, actor Cary Elwes, who rose to fame in Reiner's 1987 classic *The Princess Bride*, mentioned he finally felt able to share openly about his personal sorrow.
"Sufficient time has passed that I can now express my sorrow into words," shared Elwes, saying that his first meeting with Reiner made him fall in love. "When we commenced passing more hours together I knew this was someone I longed to have in my life."
The actor posted never-before-seen clips from the production, commenting that he doesn't recollect "a single day without mirth".
"This story is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Values that Rob held dear. Which is among the many reasons he was the perfect person to direct it," Elwes continued.
He went on to praise Michele Reiner, saying: "To say that they were a incredible duo would be an understatement. My heart still hurts every time I remember you." He finished with a phrase from *The Princess Bride*: "Indeed, death cannot stop true love but life is pain without you."
Martin Scorsese Reflects on a Fellow Artist
In a distinct essay, legendary director Martin Scorsese shared memories of Reiner, whom he originally knew in the 1970s.
"Right away, I loved spending time with Rob. We had a instant connection for each other. He was uproarious and sometimes bitingly funny, but he was never the kind of guy who would dominate the room," Scorsese shared.
Scorsese pointed out Reiner's acting part in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, portraying the father of the lead role.
"He was skilled at improv with the best. He was a expert at comedy, he worked seamlessly with his co-stars, and he comprehended the emotional dilemma of his character," Scorsese wrote.
Legal Developments: Autopsy Reports Sealed
This week, a Los Angeles judge agreed to prevent the disclosure of the Reiners' medical examiner's reports, after an appeal from the LAPD.
A judicial mandate issued a security hold on the investigation to prohibit the public release of "all case details, evidence and photographs" associated with the active case.
The coroner's office had earlier stated their deaths were the result of murder, with a official listing noting the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".
Response and Criticism
After the deaths, public figures shared divergent reactions.
Ex-President Donald Trump posted on the matter, offering divisive statements that were widely condemned by many commentators.
Podcaster Joe Rogan added his perspective to the detractors last week. Conversing on his show, Rogan labeled the comments as "disturbing" and implied they revealed a concerning lack of empathy.
Rogan finished by remarking that an aide ought to have stepped in when the impulse to speak on the passing was made.
