Tributes Flow for the Reiners as Medical Examiner's Findings Remain Under Wraps.
Well beyond 14 days after the tragic deaths of renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, photographer Michele Reiner, friends and colleagues persist in remembering the pair.
A Heartfelt Farewell: Cary Elwes Recalls His Director
Writing on Instagram, actor Cary Elwes, who was featured in Reiner's iconic movie *The Princess Bride*, explained he just recently felt prepared to express about his profound loss.
"Sufficient time has passed that I can now express my sorrow into words," posted Elwes, noting that his introductory moment with Reiner created an instant bond. "Once we started sharing more moments together I understood this was someone I longed to have in my life."
The actor posted archival material from the film, commenting that he cannot recall "a single day without mirth".
"The film is about affection, allegiance and giving. Values that Rob cherished deeply. This is one of the many reasons he was the perfect person to helm it," Elwes wrote.
He also paid tribute Michele Reiner, noting: "Asserting that they were a formidable pair would be an oversimplification. My heart still pangs every time I remember you." He finished with a quote from *The Princess Bride*: "Sure, death cannot stop true love but life is pain without you."
Martin Scorsese Reflects on a Friend and Collaborator
In a different tribute, revered director Martin Scorsese shared memories of Reiner, whom he initially encountered in the 1970s.
"From the start, I loved spending time with Rob. We had a instant connection for each other. He was uproarious and sometimes bitingly funny, but he was never the kind of guy who would command the room," Scorsese shared.
Scorsese pointed out Reiner's cameo appearance in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, playing the father of the lead role.
"His improvisation skills with the best. He was a expert at comedy, he worked wonderfully with the cast, and he grasped the personal struggle of his character," Scorsese added.
Legal Developments: Autopsy Reports Sealed
Recently, a Los Angeles court official ruled to prevent the release of the Reiners' autopsy reports, after an appeal from the LAPD.
A judicial mandate put a restriction on the files to prohibit the public release of "all case details, documents, files or images" pertaining to the active case.
The relevant authority had already determined their deaths were the consequence of homicide, with a official listing noting the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".
Fallout and Commentary
Following the tragedy, public personalities expressed varying responses.
Ex-President Donald Trump commented on the matter, providing provocative statements that were broadly criticized by several commentators.
Podcaster Joe Rogan contributed his perspective to the those speaking out last week. Talking on his program, Rogan described the comments as "disappointing" and implied they showed a worrisome deficiency of sympathy.
Rogan finished by proposing that an adviser should have intervened when the impulse to speak on the passing was made.
