Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! - Actors Honor Rob & Michele Reiner at Oscars

Episode Date: March 16, 2026

At the 98th Academy Awards, Billy Crystal honored director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, who were tragically killed three months prior. Stars from Reiners iconic films gathered to celebrate their lives and work, highlighting their diverse film legacy and tireless efforts fighting social injustice. Nick Reiner, their son, was arrested and charged with their murder, with his next court date set for April 29th. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ce13ec50b7ea78ed

On March 16th, here's the latest in entertainment and celebrity news. At the 98th Academy Awards on March 15th, a group of actors paid tribute to director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle, who were killed, three months earlier. Stars from his classic films like When Harry Met Sally, This is Spinal Tap, Stand By Me, and the Princess Bride gathered on stage at the Dolby Theater. In Los Angeles, to celebrate their lives and work, Billy Crystal, a longtime friend and collaborator, led the heartfelt segment. He highlighted Reiner's diverse film legacy and praised the couple's marriage, calling them unstoppable.

Crystal also noted their tireless efforts fighting social injustice, which helped drive marriage equality across the United States. Dozens of actors including Meg Ryan, Demi Moore, John Cusack, Carrie Elway's, and Kathy Bates joined silently on stage

as Crystal wrapped up emotionally. He shared how much Reiner cherished the impact of his movies on fans, on fans worldwide and reflected on the fun they all had together. The Reiner's died in their Los Angeles home on December 14th. Their 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, was arrested the next day and charged with two counts of first-degree murder using a knife. He has pleaded not guilty and remains in custody without bail.

Nick waived his right to a speedy trial in February with his next court date set for April 29th. Friends like Conan O'Brien have spoken of their shock and lasting admiration for the couple's kindness and creative influence. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. Your Pillow, your podcast, your moment made for listening in bed, soli, solelypillow.com.