• Rob Reiner, notable Hollywood filmmaker, and his wife Michele were found dead at their Brentwood home.
• Authorities are investigating their deaths as an apparent homicide, with possible stab wounds noted.
• A family member has reportedly been arrested in connection with the case.

Director Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele, 68, were discovered dead in their home in Los Angeles on Sunday during a response to a medical aid call. Authorities from the Los Angeles Police Department noted that both victims had suffered from stab wounds, which has led to an ongoing homicide investigation, characterized as an “apparent homicide” by police officials, according to latimes and sfgate.

Following their deaths, there appeared to be a significant police presence at the manor, with detectives from LAPD’s Robbery Homicide Division assigned to the case to explore the surrounding circumstances, reports Reuters and indiatimes. LAPD has stated that no suspects are being sought at this time while emphasizing the need to interview family members.

Nick Reiner, a family member, has since been arrested and is under investigation in connection with the deaths. He is being held on a $4 million bail after reports suggested a family argument may have led to the tragic events, noted by thehill and bbc.

Reiner was a celebrated figure in Hollywood, known for directing classics such as "When Harry Met Sally," "The Princess Bride," and for his iconic role on the sitcom "All in the Family." His contributions to both film and social activism greatly influenced American culture, reflecting in reactions from various public figures, as reported by africanews and huffpost.