US EditionHow Rob Reiner Was Honored at Critics Choice Awards 3 Weeks After His Death
The tribute highlighted Rob Reiner's film legacy and humanitarian work, with their son charged in the double homicide, sparking ongoing legal proceedings.
- On Jan. 4, Chelsea Handler opened the 31st Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hangar, Santa Monica, with an onstage tribute that drew applause and standing ovations from the audience.
- According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner were found dead on December 14 from 'multiple sharp force injuries' in their Los Angeles home, listed as homicide.
- Handler recalled Reiner directly, saying `When you were in a conversation with him, he was present, he was focused and he was funny` and `And he would ask you tons of questions`, while emphasizing their humanitarian work guided by decency.
- Nick Reiner, accused son, first appeared in Los Angeles court on Dec. 17, did not enter a plea, and has an arraignment scheduled for January 7, 2026.
- At the awards, members of the industry reacted with longtime friends praising Reiner's storytelling in a Dec. 16 letter and stars including Adam, Jean Smart, Delroy Lindo, and Meg Ryan memorializing the couple.
18 Articles
18 Articles
Chelsea Handler finds touching words at the Critics' Choice Awards. Thus the comedian honors the late Rob Reiner and his wife.
Critics Choice Awards Pays Tribute to Late Icon Rob Reiner
The late filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner were honored posthumously at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, following their tragic murder. Host Chelsea Handler remembered Rob's warmth and humanitarian work, as their son faces charges in connection with their deaths.
Rob and Michele Reiner honored during Critics Choice Awards 2026
The Critics Choice Awards 2026 paused to honor legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, just weeks after their tragic deaths. Host Chelsea Handler led a moving tribute highlighting their kindness, decency, and lasting impact. Watch the full video for details on the tribute and how Hollywood remembered the couple. Subscribe to...
Rob, Michele Reiner honoured at Critics Choice Awards 2026 weeks after tragic murder
The tribute was led by host Chelsea Handler, who remembered Rob Reiner as "the nicest guy in Hollywood" during her opening monologue at the awards ceremony. Handler reflected on Reiner's personal warmth, professional generosity and the impact he had on those around him.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 37% of the sources lean Left, 36% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
