Homages Flow for Rob and Michele Reiner as Medical Examiner's Findings Are Sealed.
Over a fortnight after the tragic deaths of celebrated film director Rob Reiner and his partner, photographer Michele Reiner, friends and colleagues persist in remembering the pair.
Quoting a Classic: Cary Elwes Recalls His Director
Sharing on social media, actor Cary Elwes, who was featured in Reiner's 1987 classic *The Princess Bride*, explained he just recently felt prepared to post publicly about his personal sorrow.
"Adequate time has passed that I can at last express my sorrow into words," wrote Elwes, noting that his first meeting with Reiner created an instant bond. "As we began sharing more moments together I knew this was someone I desired in my life."
The actor uploaded archival material from the film, commenting that he could not remember "one day without joy".
"The film is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Values that Rob valued immensely. That is part of the many reasons he was the ideal person to direct it," Elwes expressed.
He additionally honored Michele Reiner, noting: "To say that they were a great team would be an oversimplification. My heart still pangs every time I recall you." He ended with a quote from *The Princess Bride*: "Indeed, death cannot stop true love but living is anguish without you."
Martin Scorsese Reflects on a Friend and Collaborator
In a separate essay, legendary director Martin Scorsese also honored Reiner, whom he originally knew in the 1970s.
"Right away, I loved being with Rob. We had a natural affinity for each other. He was hilarious and sometimes sharply witty, but he was never the kind of guy who would take over the room," Scorsese said.
Scorsese highlighted Reiner's cameo appearance 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 beautifully with his co-stars, and he understood the human predicament of his character," Scorsese added.
Judicial Actions: Autopsy Reports Restricted
Recently, a Los Angeles superior court judge ruled to bar the disclosure of the Reiners' autopsy reports, following a petition from the local authorities.
A judicial mandate issued a embargo on the files to restrict the public release of "all case details, notes, reports or photos" connected to the active case.
The relevant authority had earlier stated their deaths were the result of homicide, with a public database noting the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".
Aftermath and Reactions
Following the tragedy, public figures expressed divergent responses.
Ex-President Donald Trump commented on the matter, making provocative remarks that were broadly criticized by many public figures.
Podcaster Joe Rogan contributed his perspective to the detractors recently. Speaking on his program, Rogan described the remarks as "disappointing" and implied they demonstrated a troubling deficiency of sympathy.
Rogan ended by remarking that an adviser ought to have stepped in when the choice to speak on the passing was made.
