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Actor Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner found dead inside residence on Chadbourne Avenue in Brentwood
Los Angeles — Film director and actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found deceased Sunday afternoon inside their residence on Chadbourne Avenue in Brentwood, according to multiple law enforcement sources familiar with the investigation.
Authorities responding to the scene discovered two adults inside the home. Law enforcement sources say the victims sustained lacerations consistent with injuries caused by a sharp object, prompting the Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery-Homicide Division to take over the case. The investigation remains active, and officials have not yet released a formal statement confirming the cause or manner of death.
Emergency responders were called to the residence earlier in the afternoon. Upon confirming the deaths, LAPD officers secured the property and initiated a full forensic examination. As of this reporting, no arrests have been announced, and investigators have not disclosed whether a suspect has been identified.
Rob Reiner, 78, was a towering figure in American film and television, the son of legendary comedian Carl Reiner, who died in 2020. He began his career in the 1960s as a comedy writer, including work on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. Reiner rose to national fame in the 1970s portraying Michael “Meathead” Stivic on the landmark sitcom All in the Family, earning two Primetime Emmy Awards during the show’s run.
After the series concluded in 1979, Reiner transitioned to directing, launching a celebrated film career with This Is Spinal Tap. He went on to direct a string of acclaimed and culturally influential films, including Stand By Me, The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally…, Misery, A Few Good Men, The American President, and The Bucket List. His work spanned genres and generations, cementing his reputation as one of Hollywood’s most versatile directors.
Reiner met Michele Singer, a photographer, while directing When Harry Met Sally…. The couple married in 1989 and were together for more than 35 years. Friends and colleagues have often credited their relationship with influencing creative decisions in Reiner’s work, including the film’s iconic ending.
In recent years, Reiner also continued acting, appearing as Bob Day, the father of Jess, on New Girl, and later as Albert Schnur in The Bear. According to industry listings, his most recent directing project—a concert-style film featuring the fictional band Spinal Tap—has been completed and is slated for release next year.
Michele Singer Reiner, 68, largely remained out of the public spotlight but was known for her work in photography and for her long partnership with Reiner. The couple shared three children—Jake, Nick, and Romy. Reiner also has a daughter, Tracy, from his previous marriage to director Penny Marshall.
Authorities have not released further details, citing the sensitivity of the case and the ongoing investigation.
Additional information is expected pending the medical examiner’s findings and official notifications.
PAWTUCKET, R.I. — Authorities and family members have identified the victims killed in Monday’s tragic shooting at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena as Rhonda Dorgan and her son, Aidan Dorgan.
The shooting occurred during a high school “Senior Night” hockey game and left two people dead and three others critically injured.
Police said the suspect, Robert K. Dorgan, 56, died at the scene from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following the attack, which authorities have described as stemming from a family dispute.
In a statement shared by relatives, the Dorgan family described the profound loss they are now facing.
“Our family has been forever changed by the tragic events at Lynch Arena, where we lost our beloved brother Aidan and their mother Rhonda, who was also my stepmother,” the statement read.
In addition to the deaths of Rhonda and Aidan, two grandparents remain hospitalized in critical condition and are fighting for their lives, according to family members.
Ava Dorgan, a nursing student, and Colin Dorgan, a 17-year-old high school senior, are now facing the future without their mother and older brother.
Family members described the emotional toll as overwhelming, particularly given their young ages.
“The weight of this loss is something no one should ever have to bear,” the family said. “Despite the pain, Ava and Colin are determined to continue their education and build lives that honor the memory of those we have lost.”
Following the shooting, Ava Dorgan spoke briefly with reporters outside Pawtucket police headquarters, confirming that the gunman was her father.
“My father was the shooter. He shot my family, and he’s dead now,” she said. She described him as “mentally ill” and “very sick,” attributing the violence to long-standing mental health struggles.
Police Chief Tina Goncalves confirmed that the suspect also went by the name Roberta Esposito and stated that investigators are continuing to examine his background and the events leading up to the shooting.
The shooting erupted at approximately 2:30 p.m., roughly 30 minutes after the Senior Night game began.
The matchup featured a cooperative team comprised of Coventry and Johnston players competing against a co-op team including students from St. Raphael Academy, Providence Country Day School, North Providence, and North Smithfield.
Livestream footage captured multiple gunshots ringing out from the stands, sending players and spectators scrambling for safety.
Witnesses described a scene of panic as families fled the arena and sought shelter nearby.
Chief Goncalves said officers arrived within approximately 90 seconds of receiving the initial report of gunfire.
A bystander intervened during the incident and attempted to subdue the shooter, actions the chief credited with preventing further loss of life.
None of the players on the ice were physically injured, though many witnessed the violence firsthand.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is assisting local authorities in the ongoing investigation. Police have interviewed more than 100 witnesses and are asking anyone with additional video footage to come forward.
Court records indicate that Robert Dorgan had a history of family conflicts, some involving disputes related to gender identity.
In 2020, he reported to the North Providence Police Department that he had undergone gender reassignment surgery and alleged conflicts with extended family members following that decision.
Dorgan’s divorce from Rhonda Dorgan was finalized in June 2021.
Initial divorce filings referenced gender reassignment surgery and personality traits before being amended to cite irreconcilable differences.
Authorities have not publicly identified a definitive motive beyond describing the shooting as the result of a family dispute.
Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien called the incident devastating for the community.
“What should have been a joyful occasion, with dozens of families, students and supporters gathered to celebrate Senior Night, was instead marked by violence and fear,” Grebien said. “Pawtucket is a strong and resilient community, but tonight we are a city in mourning.”
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee also expressed condolences and encouraged anyone struggling in the aftermath to contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. State officials said additional mental health resources will be made available to students and families affected by the tragedy.
As the investigation continues, the Dorgan family says they are focusing on supporting one another and honoring the memory of Rhonda and Aidan.
“Our hearts are broken,” the family said, “but we will carry their love with us every day.”