Homages Flow for the Reiners as Medical Examiner's Findings Face a Security Hold.
Over a fortnight following the shocking loss of esteemed filmmaker Rob Reiner and his partner, photographer Michele Reiner, peers and loved ones continue to honor the couple.
A Heartfelt Farewell: Cary Elwes Pays Tribute to His Director
Writing on social media, actor Cary Elwes, who rose to fame in Reiner's iconic movie *The Princess Bride*, mentioned he finally felt ready to post publicly about his profound loss.
"Sufficient time has passed that I can at last express my sorrow into words," wrote Elwes, adding that his initial encounter with Reiner created an instant bond. "Once we started sharing more moments together I knew this was someone I longed to have in my life."
The actor posted archival material from the film, commenting that he doesn't recollect "one day without joy".
"This story is about devotion, fidelity and selflessness. Things that Rob valued immensely. That is part of the many reasons he was the best person to guide it," Elwes expressed.
He went on to praise Michele Reiner, noting: "To say that they were a incredible duo would be an oversimplification. My heart still hurts every time I remember you." He concluded with a quote from *The Princess Bride*: "Indeed, death cannot stop true love but living is anguish without you."
Martin Scorsese Reflects on a Colleague and Comrade
In a distinct tribute, revered director Martin Scorsese shared memories of Reiner, whom he initially encountered in the 1970s.
"From the start, I loved hanging out with Rob. We had a natural affinity for each other. He was hilarious and sometimes sharply witty, but he was never the kind of guy who would command the room," Scorsese wrote.
Scorsese pointed out Reiner's acting part in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, portraying the father of the main character.
"He was skilled at improv with the best. He was a virtuoso at comedy, he worked wonderfully with the cast, and he grasped the personal struggle of his character," Scorsese wrote.
Legal Developments: Autopsy Reports Restricted
This week, a Los Angeles court official ruled to block the disclosure of the Reiners' post-mortem findings, at the request from the Los Angeles Police Department.
A court order put a security hold on the investigation to restrict the public release of "all case details, notes, reports or photos" connected to the active case.
The coroner's office had earlier stated their deaths were the result of foul play, with a official listing citing the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".
Aftermath and Reactions
In the wake of the killings, public figures expressed divergent responses.
Former President Donald Trump commented on the matter, providing controversial claims that were broadly criticized by several commentators.
Podcaster Joe Rogan added his voice to the critics last week. Speaking on his program, Rogan characterized the comments as "shocking" and implied they revealed a troubling lack of empathy.
Rogan finished by proposing that an associate should have stepped in when the impulse to weigh in on the passing was made.
