Following the tragic murders of Rob and Michele Reiner, their closest friends in Hollywood, including Billy Crystal and Albert Brooks, are providing strong emotional support to the couple's children, Jake and Romy. A source described these friends as "fiercely protective" and emphasized that the children "will never be alone" during this difficult time. Rob and Michele Reiner, aged 78 and 70 respectively, were found dead in their home on December 14th due to multiple sharp force injuries. Their 32-year-old son, Nick, who has a history of addiction, was subsequently arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder. Nick's arraignment is scheduled to continue on January 7th, with his lawyer having declined to enter a plea on his behalf.
Jake, 34, and Romy, 28, expressed their profound grief and gratitude for the extensive support system surrounding them, stating, "Words cannot even begin to describe the unimaginable pain we are experiencing every moment of the day." They added, "We are grateful for the outpouring of condolences, kindness, and support we have received not only from family and friends but people from all walks of life." The siblings also requested privacy and compassion, asking that their parents be remembered for their lives and the love they shared. A joint statement from their parents' friends, including Crystal, Brooks, Martin Short, and Larry David, remembered Rob and Michele as a "special force together—dynamic, unselfish and inspiring," and declared, "We were their friends, and we will miss them forever."