Tributes Flow for the Reiners as Medical Examiner's Findings Remain Under Wraps.
More than two weeks following the shocking loss of renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, photographer Michele Reiner, peers and loved ones persist in remembering the duo.
‘Life is Pain Without You’: Cary Elwes Recalls His Director
Posting on Instagram, actor Cary Elwes, who was featured in Reiner's iconic movie *The Princess Bride*, stated he finally felt prepared to share openly about his profound loss.
"Adequate time has elapsed that I can now articulate my loss into words," wrote Elwes, noting that his first meeting with Reiner left him smitten. "When we commenced sharing more moments together I knew this was someone I longed to have in my life."
The actor shared behind-the-scenes footage from the film, commenting that he cannot recall "a single day without mirth".
"The film is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Things that Rob held dear. That is part of the many reasons he was the best person to helm it," Elwes continued.
He also paid tribute Michele Reiner, stating: "Claiming that they were a incredible duo would be an oversimplification. My heart still aches every time I recall you." He finished with a line from *The Princess Bride*: "Indeed, death cannot stop true love but existence is agony without you."
Martin Scorsese Remembers a Fellow Artist
In a distinct piece, revered director Martin Scorsese paid homage to Reiner, whom he first met in the 1970s.
"Immediately, I loved hanging out with Rob. We had a innate rapport for each other. He was very funny and sometimes sharply witty, but he was never the kind of guy who would dominate the room," Scorsese shared.
Scorsese pointed out Reiner's supporting role in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, playing the father of the lead role.
"He was skilled at improv with the best. He was a expert at comedy, he worked wonderfully with the cast, and he understood the human predicament of his character," Scorsese wrote.
Judicial Actions: Autopsy Reports Withheld
In a new development, a Los Angeles superior court judge ruled to block the disclosure of the Reiners' post-mortem findings, following a petition from the Los Angeles Police Department.
A court order put a security hold on the cases to limit the public release of "any investigative information, documents, files or images" pertaining to the active case.
The Medical Examiner's office had already determined their deaths were the consequence of foul play, with a official listing listing the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".
Aftermath and Reactions
In the wake of the deaths, public figures offered varying reactions.
Former President Donald Trump posted on the matter, providing provocative remarks that were met with immediate backlash by many public figures.
Podcaster Joe Rogan added his perspective to the those speaking out last week. Talking on his podcast, Rogan labeled the statements as "shocking" and implied they showed a concerning lack of empathy.
Rogan finished by proposing that an associate should have acted when the choice to comment on the tragedy was made.