Trending Now - Billy Crystal and Barbra Streisand Honor Rob Reiner at Oscars
WHO:
Barbra Streisand, singer and actress
Rachel McAdams, actress
Billy Crystal, actor and comedian
Rob Reiner, director and actor
Michele Singer Reiner, Rob Reiner's wife
Nick Reiner, son of Rob and Michele Reiner
Chelsea Handler, host of the 2026 Critics Choice Awards
Meg Ryan, actress and co-star in "When Harry Met Sally"
Other collaborators: Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Kathy Bates, Kiefer Sutherland, Demi Moore, Jerry O’Connell, Annette Bening, Mandy Patinkin, Fred Savage, Cary Elwes
WHAT:
Barbra Streisand honored Robert Redford at the Oscars by singing a snippet from "The Way We Were."
Rachel McAdams paid tribute to actresses Diane Keaton, Claudia Cardinale, and Diane Ladd during the In Memoriam segment.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reported that Rob and Michele Reiner died from “multiple sharp force injuries.”
Nick Reiner, 32, is facing two counts of first-degree murder with the special circumstance of multiple murders, which could carry the death penalty or life without parole if convicted.
Chelsea Handler, during the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, stated, “Everyone in this room knows that the nicest guy in Hollywood was Rob Reiner,” and emphasized the importance of decency in society, saying, “I think we can all agree that we definitely need more of that.”
Billy Crystal delivered a tribute to Rob and Michele Reiner during the In Memoriam section at the 2026 Oscars.
Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead on December 14, 2025.
Nick Reiner was arrested and charged with two counts of murder.
Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty to the charges on February 23, 2026.
The 2026 Critics Choice Awards featured an emotional tribute to Rob Reiner in January 2026.
WHERE:
The 2026 Oscars took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead in their Brentwood home in Los Angeles.
WHEN:
The 2026 Oscars took place on March 15, 2026.
Robert Redford died in September 2025 at age 89.
The 2026 Oscars occurred on March 15, 2026.
Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead on December 14, 2025.
Nick Reiner was arrested shortly after December 14, 2025.
Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty on February 23, 2026.
The 2026 Critics Choice Awards took place in January 2026.
WHY:
Streisand highlighted Redford's history of defending press freedom, protecting the environment, and encouraging new voices in film through the Sundance Institute.
The tribute was to honor the legacy and impact of Rob and Michele Reiner in filmmaking and social justice.
HOW:
Streisand described Redford as “thoughtful and bold,” and shared a personal anecdote about their friendship, including a last note she wrote to him.
Billy Crystal shared personal anecdotes about his friendship with Rob Reiner, recalling their first meeting on the set of "All in the Family."
Billy Crystal shared personal anecdotes and a rundown of Rob Reiner's filmography during the tribute.
(UPDATED March 16, 2026 13:21 UTC)
At the 2026 Oscars held last Sunday, Barbra Streisand honored the late Robert Redford by singing a snippet from "The Way We Were," highlighting his legacy of defending press freedom and protecting the environment. During the In Memoriam segment, Rachel McAdams paid tribute to actresses Diane Keaton, Claudia Cardinale, and Diane Ladd. Streisand described Redford as “thoughtful and bold,” sharing a personal anecdote about their friendship and a last note she wrote to him before his passing in September 2025 at age 89.
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(UPDATED March 16, 2026 11:15 UTC)
In a tragic development, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has reported that Rob and Michele Reiner died from multiple sharp force injuries, leading to their son, Nick Reiner, facing two counts of first-degree murder, which could result in the death penalty or life without parole if convicted. During the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, Chelsea Handler honored Rob's legacy by calling him the nicest guy in Hollywood and stressed the need for more decency in society. Additionally, Billy Crystal shared heartfelt memories of his friendship with Rob, reminiscing about their first meeting on the set of "All in the Family."
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(UPDATED March 16, 2026 05:37 UTC)
At the 2026 Oscars held yesterday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Billy Crystal delivered a heartfelt tribute to Rob and Michele Reiner during the In Memoriam section, honoring their significant contributions to filmmaking and social justice. The Reiners were tragically found dead in their Brentwood home on December 14, 2025, and their son Nick has been charged with two counts of murder, pleading not guilty to the charges on February 23, 2026. Earlier this year, the 2026 Critics Choice Awards also featured an emotional tribute to Rob Reiner, reflecting on his impactful legacy in the industry.