Anderson Cooper 360 LAPD: Nick Reiner “Responsible” For Rob & Michele Reiner’s Deaths
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Dec 16, 2025 CNN correspondent Nick Watt delves into the shocking case of Rob and Michele Reiner's murders, revealing details about their son Nick's arrest. He discusses the impact of addiction on suspects and outlines the chilling sequence of events surrounding the investigation. The podcast also touches on Rob Reiner's iconic filmmaking career, his activism, and controversial political remarks in the aftermath of the tragedy. In a broader context, Watt connects this case to recent gun violence and the ongoing manhunt related to the Brown University shooting.
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Family Tragedy And Son's Struggles
- Romy Reiner discovered the bodies of her parents, Rob and Michelle, at their Brentwood home and their son Nick was later taken into custody.
- Nick Watt reports Nick Reiner struggled with heroin addiction and homelessness and co-wrote a film his father directed about those experiences.
Political Response Amplifies Shock
- Anderson highlights President Trump's online post blaming "Trump derangement syndrome" for Rob Reiner's death as a shocking politicization of the murders.
- Several Republicans condemned the remarks while many others remained silent, underscoring political polarization in response to tragedy.
Colleagues Recall Reiner's Warmth
- Bill Carter and others remember Rob Reiner as a warm, funny storyteller with a remarkable body of work across genres.
- Colleagues praised his impact from All in the Family to directing major films and his continued acting work.
