Tributes to Rob Reiner pour in from Hollywood and beyond: The reason I became an actor

The entertainment industry — and beyond — was left reeling after legendary director Rob Reiner and his wife were found stabbed to death in their Hollywood home, with tributes pouring in as soon as the tragic news spread.Reiner, 78, a beloved Hollywood icon known for his hit films like “The Princess Bride” and “This is Spinal Tap,” was found dead alongside his 68-year-old wife, Michele, at their Brentwood mansion on Sunday afternoon.With police still investigating the disturbing murders, actors, directors and others who worked with or were influenced by the “All in the Family” star.“Horrified to hear of the passing of Rob Reiner and his wonderful wife Michelle (sic).

So much love to their kids and family,” Elijah Wood posted on X in the wake of the shocking news.“Horrible.I didn’t think the day could get worse,” “Two and a Half Men” star Jon Cryer wrote on Threads.“Richard Jewell” star Paul Walter Hauser wrote in a lengthy, heartfelt Instagram post crediting Reiner’s move “A Few Good Men” as the reason he became an actor.

“Grieving the loss of my favorite director of all-time,” Hauser wrote.“A Few Good Men is THE reason I became an actor, and Rob’s filmography behind the camera is THE reason I wanted to direct and still do.”Actor Josh Gad called Reiner “one of the greatest directors of our time” in a touching post paying tribute to the legendary filmmaker and his wife.

“Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle (sic) were two of the most kind and caring souls you could ever imagine.He cared so much for those who had no voices,” the “Frozen” actor wrote.“This loss is devastating.

I cannot express how much this hurts.Love you Rob and Michelle.

Thank you for all you gave us.”Actress Virginia Madsen, who starred in Reiner’s 2012 film “The Magic of Belle Isle,” thanked him “for giving us so much joy to hold on to.” “Life and talent always turned up to 11,” Madsen wrote, in reference to his cult cl...