Nick Reiner Charged with Parents' Murders; Court Appearance Delayed

Nick Reiner, 32, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with the deaths of his parents, acclaimed filmmaker Rob Reiner, 78, and photographer Michele Singer Reiner, 70. The couple was found deceased in their Brentwood, Los Angeles home on Sunday, December 14, 2025, with apparent stab wounds.

Los Angeles Police Department officers arrested Nick Reiner without incident near the University of Southern California shortly after the discovery of the bodies. He is currently being held without bail.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has filed charges that include special circumstances for multiple murders and the use of a deadly weapon, which could lead to enhanced sentencing. Prosecutors have not yet decided whether to seek the death penalty.

Nick Reiner's initial court appearance was scheduled for Tuesday but was postponed due to medical reasons. His attorney, Alan Jackson, stated, "Hopefully he’ll be cleared tomorrow and we can get him here."

Rob Reiner was renowned for directing films such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally...," and "A Few Good Men." Michele Singer Reiner was a photographer and LGBTQ+ rights advocate. The couple's deaths have prompted an outpouring of grief from the entertainment industry and political figures.

Nick Reiner has a history of battling addiction, which began in his teenage years. His struggles inspired the 2016 film "Being Charlie," which he co-wrote and his father directed. The movie focuses on a young man grappling with substance abuse and recovery.

The investigation into the deaths of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner is ongoing, with authorities continuing to gather evidence and determine a motive.