Eulogies Flow for the Reiners as Medical Examiner's Findings Face a Security Hold.
More than two weeks subsequent to the heartbreaking passing of celebrated filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, photographer Michele Reiner, friends and colleagues continue to honor the duo.
A Heartfelt Farewell: Cary Elwes Recalls His Director
Posting on social media, actor Cary Elwes, who was featured in Reiner's beloved 1987 film *The Princess Bride*, explained he only now felt ready to express about his personal sorrow.
"Enough time has passed that I can at last articulate my loss into words," shared Elwes, saying that his first meeting with Reiner made him fall in love. "As we began sharing more moments together I knew this was someone I desired in my life."
The actor shared never-before-seen clips from the production, commenting that he doesn't recollect "a single day without joy".
"This story is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Things that Rob valued immensely. This is one of the many reasons he was the best person to helm it," Elwes wrote.
He also paid tribute Michele Reiner, noting: "Asserting that they were a incredible duo would be an understatement. My heart still hurts every time I remember you." He concluded with a phrase from *The Princess Bride*: "Sure, death cannot stop true love but existence is agony without you."
Martin Scorsese Remembers a Friend and Collaborator
In a separate tribute, revered director Martin Scorsese shared memories of Reiner, whom he first met in the 1970s.
"Immediately, I loved hanging out with Rob. We had a instant connection 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*, portraying the father of the main character.
"He could improvise with the best. He was a master at comedy, he worked beautifully with everyone, and he comprehended the human predicament of his character," Scorsese noted.
Legal Developments: Autopsy Reports Sealed
In a new development, a Los Angeles superior court judge ruled to bar the publication of the Reiners' post-mortem findings, after an appeal from the LAPD.
A judicial mandate placed a security hold on the investigation to restrict the public release of "related notes, notes, reports or photos" pertaining to the active case.
The relevant authority had already determined their deaths were the consequence of murder, with a official listing noting the cause as "wounds from an edged weapon".
Aftermath and Reactions
In the wake of the tragedy, public figures offered divergent comments.
Ex-President Donald Trump wrote on the matter, making provocative remarks that were widely condemned by several individuals.
Podcaster Joe Rogan contributed his voice to the detractors recently. Talking on his program, Rogan labeled the statements as "disappointing" and implied they revealed a troubling lack of empathy.
Rogan finished by proposing that an associate ought to have stepped in when the decision to comment on the tragedy was made.