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December 20, 2025
Rob Reiner's close friends and colleagues share fond memories of the late Hollywood legend
December 19, 2025 / 6:01 PM EST / CBS News
TL;DR
- Rob Reiner was an actor, director, and filmmaker.
- He is known for his role as Michael "Meathead" Stivic in "All in the Family" and as Bob Day in "New Girl."
- Iconic films directed by Reiner include "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…," "This is Spinal Tap," "Stand By Me," and "A Few Good Men."
- Friends and colleagues shared memories and tributes following his death.
- Albert Brooks spoke of his decades-long friendship with Reiner.
- Kathy Bates credited Reiner with changing her life and career through her role in "Misery."
- Kiefer Sutherland recalled Reiner's direction on the set of "A Few Good Men."
- Reiner and his wife, Michele, were found deceased in their home, and their son, Nick, was charged in their murders.
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