Eulogies Continue for Rob and Michele Reiner as Autopsy Reports Are Sealed.
More than two weeks following the shocking loss of esteemed film director Rob Reiner and his partner, photographer Michele Reiner, peers and loved ones are still paying respects to the duo.
‘Life is Pain Without You’: Cary Elwes Remembers His Director
Posting on Instagram, actor Cary Elwes, who starred in Reiner's beloved 1987 film *The Princess Bride*, mentioned he just recently felt prepared to post publicly about his deep grief.
"Enough time has gone by that I can at last put my grief into words," wrote Elwes, saying that his initial encounter with Reiner created an instant bond. "As we began passing more hours together I knew this was someone I wanted in my life."
The actor shared never-before-seen clips from the film, adding that he doesn't recollect "one day without joy".
"The film is about devotion, fidelity and selflessness. Things that Rob held dear. Which is among the many reasons he was the best person to direct it," Elwes expressed.
He additionally honored Michele Reiner, stating: "Claiming that they were a formidable pair would be an understatement. My heart still pangs every time I remember you." He ended with a quote from *The Princess Bride*: "Sure, death cannot stop true love but existence is agony without you."
Martin Scorsese Remembers a Colleague and Comrade
In a distinct piece, revered director Martin Scorsese paid homage to Reiner, whom he initially encountered in the 1970s.
"Right away, I loved being with Rob. We had a instant connection for each other. He was hilarious and sometimes bitingly funny, but he was never the kind of guy who would dominate the room," Scorsese said.
Scorsese mentioned Reiner's acting part in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, embodying the father of the protagonist.
"He could improvise with the best. He was a master at comedy, he worked seamlessly with the cast, and he understood the emotional dilemma of his character," Scorsese wrote.
Court Proceedings: Autopsy Reports Restricted
In a new development, a Los Angeles judge ruled to prevent the release of the Reiners' autopsy reports, at the request from the LAPD.
A judicial mandate put a embargo on the investigation to limit the public release of "all case details, documents, files or images" associated with the probe.
The Medical Examiner's office had earlier stated their deaths were the outcome of murder, with a official listing citing the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".
Fallout and Commentary
After the deaths, public individuals expressed different comments.
Former President Donald Trump posted on the matter, offering provocative statements that were broadly criticized by numerous commentators.
Podcaster Joe Rogan added his voice to the critics recently. Speaking on his podcast, Rogan labeled the remarks as "disturbing" and suggested they revealed a troubling absence of compassion.
Rogan finished by proposing that an aide could have stepped in when the decision to comment on the tragedy was made.
