Conan O'Brien shocked after friends Rob and Michele Reiner were murdered after leaving his party night before

Late-night host Conan O'Brien shares his grief over Rob Reiner's death, calling the legendary director's sudden loss "so awful" after seeing him.

20 Feb, 23:08 — 21 Feb, 00:39

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The sudden and violent deaths of prominent figures like Rob Reiner and his wife Michele are inherently newsworthy, especially given Reiner's significant contributions to film and television. The added detail that the couple had just left a party hosted by fellow celebrity Conan O'Brien amplifies the shock and personal connection within the entertainment industry, turning a tragic crime into a high-profile story of grief and unexpected loss.

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Conan O'BrienLate-night host; party host Rob ReinerLegendary director; murder victim Michele ReinerRob Reiner's wife; murder victim Fox NewsNews outlet Rolling StoneNews outlet

Coverage Timeline

First report: rolling-stone · 20 Feb, 23:08|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 2h|Window: 2h

rolling-stone20 Feb, 23:08First to report

Conan O’Brien Breaks Silence on Rob Reiner’s Murder After Director Attended His Holiday Party: ‘I Was In Shock’

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Fox News21 Feb, 00:39Latest update