Just a day after the homicide of her father, Rob Reiner, and his second wife, Michele Singer Reiner, his eldest daughter, Tracy Reiner, has broken her silence amid her brother Nick Reiner’s arrest in connection with the case.
The legendary actor and filmmaker and his wife were found deceased at their Los Angeles home on Sunday afternoon, December 14, with multiple knife wounds.
Highlights
- Tracy Reiner breaks her silence following the recent passing of her father, Rob Reiner, and stepmother, Michele Singer Reiner.
- Tracy’s stepbrother, Nick Reiner, has been named the “main suspect” in the case and has been arrested.
- A social media account claiming to belong to the 61-year-old actress has added another layer of uncertainty to what’s true and false in this developing story.
Tracy’s stepbrother, Nick, was arrested the following day as the prime suspect, adding a disturbing turn as the case continues to unfold.
Nick Reiner was arrested on suspicion of the double homicide of his parents by the Los Angeles Police Department
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The “troubled” son of the slain filmmaker made headlines after a dramatic photo circulated widely online Monday evening, showing him on the floor as officers arrested him in connection with his parents’ passing.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) confirmed the arrest, with booking records listing the charges as homicide.
According to LAPD Police Chief Jim McDonnell, Nick Reiner is considered the “main suspect” in the case, following allegations that he had a tense public argument with his parents on Saturday night, just a day before the incident.
Amid the loss of her father and stepmother, and the allegations involving her brother, Tracy Reiner shared a brief statement with media outlets.
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The 61-year-old actress, whom Rob Reiner adopted during his first marriage to Penny Marshall, told NBC News that the tragedy left her devastated, noting she had seen her father just one day before his passing.
She said, “I came from the greatest family ever. I don't know what to say. I'm in sh*ck.”
According to multiple outlets, a heated argument between father and son reportedly unfolded while they were attending a Hollywood Christmas party.
Tracy Reiner was left in a state of “sh*ck” following the loss of her father, amid her stepbrother’s alleged involvement in the case
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TMZ first reported that Rob, Michele, and Nick attended Conan O’Brien’s Christmas party, where Rob and Nick allegedly got into a “very loud argument” at one point.
The confrontation was reportedly loud enough for other attendees to overhear.
Sources further claimed that Rob and Michele left the party together shortly afterward, while the exact timing of Nick’s departure remains unclear.
One source additionally alleged to the outlet that Rob and Michele were “at their wits’ end” over Nick’s mental health and alleged substance dependence issues.
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Earlier, multiple sources cited by People magazine also pointed to Nick, referencing his reportedly “troubled” past.
Nick has been publicly known for years due to reported struggles with illegal substance use and periods of homelessness, which sources have linked to his reluctance to continue rehabilitation programs suggested by his family.
Nick was reportedly overheard by multiple partygoers having an intense argument with his parents at Conan O’Brien’s Christmas party
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These issues reportedly contributed to a strained relationship with his parents, particularly his father, who acknowledged in multiple interviews that he wished he had been more sympathetic to his son during those struggles.
Shortly after media outlets cited Tracy’s comments regarding her parents’ passing, a Facebook account claiming to belong to the A League of Their Own star denied making those statements.
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In a post shared on December 16, the individual wrote, “I was not even in the state. I did not make those comments.”
Further expressing frustration over what she described as being falsely named by media outlets, the post continued, “And am furious I was used as a fkn lead story and then put on wire . Please leave family and friends alone for a while ffs. I never speak to any press.”
In a surprising twist, Tracy has refuted claims that she ever made any comments regarding her father’s passing
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“Rags better wag another dog not our family or friends. Sick fks!”
The development prompted widespread reaction online, with many users expressing support for Tracy amid the situation.
One user wrote, “I'm so sorry, you shouldn't have to deal with that on top of everything else. Sending prayers for strength to you and the family.”
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Another commented, “Absolutely terrible! They will do anything. So sorry that this has been added to your pain.”
“That's so f*cked up! I'm so sorry! For that, the lies, and for all the loss.”
The 32-year-old is currently being held at Parker Center Jail in Downtown Los Angeles, with bail set at $4 million.
Police have not yet officially confirmed a motive or detailed how the investigation led to his arrest.
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The case is expected to be presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office later today, at which point prosecutors will decide whether to file charges.
“This has to be the most heartbreaking thing a daughter has to endure,” netizens sympathized
