Rob and Michele Reiner's son Nick to face murder charges in parents' deaths

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete December 16, 2025 at 10:58 PM

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Nick Reiner, son of director Rob Reiner and actress Michele Singer Reiner, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with his parents' deaths. The couple was found dead with multiple stab wounds in their Brentwood, California home two days prior. The Los Angeles District Attorney announced the charges, which include a special circumstance alleging multiple murders and the use of a knife. Reiner faces a possible sentence of life without parole or the death penalty if convicted. He will be arraigned after being medically cleared by prison officials. Authorities have not yet determined whether they will seek the death penalty.

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Jim McDonnell 40% LA Police Department 50% Brentwood, California 60% Los Angeles ×270% Nathan Hochman ×375% Michele Singer Reiner ×280% Rob Reiner ×285% Nick Reiner ×395%

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