Rob Reiner, the legendary actor, director, writer, and producer, passed away on December 14, 2025, at the age of 78. His wife, Michele Singer Reiner, 68, also died alongside him. Authorities are investigating their deaths as an apparent homicide, and while the investigation is ongoing, it has been learned that their son, Nick Reiner, 32, was arrested and is being held on $4 million bail.
What Is Rob Reiner’s Net Worth?
At the time of his death, Rob Reiner had an estimated net worth of $200 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. His wealth was the result of decades of work in television, film and producing projects both in front of and behind the camera.
How Did He Make His Money?
Reiner first rose to prominence in the 1970s as Michael “Meathead” Stivic on All in the Family, earning two Emmy Awards and becoming one of TV’s most recognizable comedic actors. However, it was his work as a director that cemented his place in Hollywood history.
He made his directorial debut with This Is Spinal Tap (1984), a mockumentary that became a cult classic. He then directed a string of hits, including Stand by Me (1986), The Princess Bride (1987), When Harry Met Sally… (1989) and Misery (1990).
In 1992, he directed A Few Good Men, a major box office success that earned multiple Academy Award nominations and delivered the iconic Tom Cruise vs. Jack Nicholson courtroom showdown. Beyond directing, Reiner also earned income as a producer and occasionally as a writer, contributing to his substantial net worth.
Details on His Death
Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead at their Brentwood, California, home on December 14. Police are treating the case as an apparent homicide. Their son, Nick Reiner, 32, was arrested following their deaths and is being held on $4 million bail, according to online jail records. Authorities have not formally announced charges.
Nick has previously spoken about struggles with addiction and homelessness. “When I was out there, I could’ve died,” he told People in 2016. “It’s all luck. You roll the dice and you hope you make it.” He added, “That made me who I am now, having to deal with that stuff. I met crazy great people there, so out of my element. Now, I’ve been home for a really long time, and I’ve sort of gotten acclimated back to being in L.A. and being around my family. But there was a lot of dark years there.”
Nick later collaborated with his father on the 2015 film Being Charlie, which he co-wrote. “It definitely brought us closer together,” Rob said. Nick also noted that the project helped him feel closer to his father.
Nick’s most recent public appearance with Rob was in September at the premiere of Spinal Tap II: The End Continues. He remains in custody as investigations into the deaths of Rob and Michele continue.
