"Following the shocking news of Rob and Michelle Reiner's death on Sunday evening, tributes to the Hollywood legend and his wife began pouring in from those who knew the couple through the entertainment industry or politics, and fans eager to express their love of films like " When Harry Met Sally," "Stand by Me," "The Princess Bride," and "A Few Good Men.""
"Jerry O'Connell and Corey Feldman, who were just kids when they starred in Reiner's 1986 coming-of-age classic "Stand by Me," both posted messages on X hours after the news broke. Feldman expressed shock in an all-caps post, while O'Connell delivered a simple, heartfelt tribute in the form of a photo of himself as a young actor and the director, captioned "Love you, Rob. Sincerely." Both actors, as well as their "Stand by Me" co-star Wil Wheaton, have spoken in the past about the impact that Reiner had on them as young actors and how he fostered a bond between them that made the film what it was."
"Stephen King, who wrote the books that inspired "Stand by Me" and Reiner's 1990 film "Misery," described the director as a "Wonderful friend, political ally, and brilliant filmmaker," ending his post on X with "Rest in peace, Rob. You always stood by me." And Kathy Bates, who won an Oscar for her portrayal of the obsessed fan at the heart of "Misery," Anna Wilkes, gave a statement to Deadline on Sunday evening, saying: "He was brilliant and kind, a man who made films of every genre to challenge himself as an artist. He also fought courageously for his political beliefs. He changed the course of my life.""
Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle died on Sunday evening, prompting widespread tributes from colleagues, collaborators, and fans. Actors who worked with Reiner, including Jerry O'Connell, Corey Feldman, and Wil Wheaton, recalled his influence on young performers and the bonds he fostered during productions such as Stand by Me. Stephen King called Reiner a "Wonderful friend, political ally, and brilliant filmmaker" and offered condolences. Kathy Bates credited Reiner with changing the course of her life and praised his artistic range and political courage. Social media posts and statements emphasized Reiner's impact across genres and generations.
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