After Reiner and Singer wed in 1989, she worked as a photographer and producer on some of his films and collaborated with her husband on progressive political projects championing gay marriage and early childhood development programmes.
The couple's family said in a statement on Monday morning: “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Michele and Rob Reiner. We are heartbroken by this sudden loss, and we ask for privacy during this unbelievably difficult time."
Officers reportedly responded to emergency calls to an LA home around 3:40pm on Sunday, which they later identified as the Reiner’s residence. The couple were pronounced dead on the scene.
Police also said no one had been arrested, but that a family member is being questioned.
An outpouring of tributes accompanied the news of Reiner and Singer’s death on Monday morning, including from Hollywood figures as well as political figures.
Former US President Barack Obama wrote that he and former First Lady Michelle are “heartbroken” by Reiner’s passing, offering condolences to the family and words of praise for his activism: “Together, he and his wife lived lives defined by purpose,” Obama’s statement on social media said.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass called Reiner’s death a devastating loss for the city.
“Rob Reiner’s contributions reverberate throughout American culture and society, and he has improved countless lives through his creative work and advocacy fighting for social and economic justice,” Bass said in a statement. “An acclaimed actor, director, producer, writer, and engaged political activist, he always used his gifts in service of others.”
Reiner and Singer, both Jewish, have three children together. Reiner was previously married to actor-director Penny Marshall from 1971 to 1981, and adopted her daughter, Tracy Reiner.
