Homages Flow for the Reiners as Autopsy Reports Are Sealed.
Well beyond 14 days subsequent to the heartbreaking passing of renowned film director Rob Reiner and his partner, photographer Michele Reiner, peers and loved ones persist in remembering the duo.
âLife is Pain Without Youâ: Cary Elwes Remembers His Director
Writing on social media, actor Cary Elwes, who starred in Reiner's 1987 classic *The Princess Bride*, stated he finally felt able to post publicly about his personal sorrow.
"Enough time has elapsed that I can now put my grief into words," shared Elwes, saying that his introductory moment with Reiner created an instant bond. "When we commenced passing more hours together I knew this was someone I desired in my life."
The actor shared never-before-seen clips from the film, adding that he could not remember "a single day without joy".
"The movie is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Values that Rob cherished deeply. Which is among the many reasons he was the ideal person to helm it," Elwes continued.
He went on to praise Michele Reiner, saying: "Asserting that they were a formidable pair would be an understatement. My heart still hurts every time I recall you." He ended with a quote from *The Princess Bride*: "Indeed, death cannot stop true love but life is pain without you."
Martin Scorsese Recalls a Friend and Collaborator
In a separate piece, legendary director Martin Scorsese paid homage to Reiner, whom he originally knew in the 1970s.
"Immediately, I loved hanging out with Rob. We had a instant connection for each other. He was uproarious and sometimes bitingly funny, but he was never the kind of guy who would take over the room," Scorsese said.
Scorsese pointed out Reiner's acting part in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, portraying the father of the main character.
"His improvisation skills with the best. He was a expert at comedy, he worked beautifully with the cast, and he comprehended the personal struggle of his character," Scorsese wrote.
Court Proceedings: Autopsy Reports Restricted
Recently, a Los Angeles judge agreed to prevent the publication of the Reiners' post-mortem findings, after an appeal from the local authorities.
A court order placed a security hold on the cases to restrict the public release of "related notes, notes, reports or photos" associated with the active case.
The coroner's office had previously confirmed their deaths were the consequence of murder, with a official listing noting the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".
Aftermath and Reactions
In the wake of the killings, public personalities expressed different comments.
Former President Donald Trump wrote on the matter, providing controversial statements that were broadly criticized by many public figures.
Podcaster Joe Rogan contributed his criticism to the those speaking out recently. Talking on his show, Rogan described the remarks as "disappointing" and suggested they demonstrated a worrisome lack of empathy.
Rogan finished by remarking that an aide ought to have acted when the impulse to comment on the death was made.