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Well beyond 14 days following the shocking loss of esteemed film director Rob Reiner and his partner, photographer Michele Reiner, peers and loved ones are still paying respects to the couple.

Quoting a Classic: Cary Elwes Recalls His Director

Posting on social media, actor Cary Elwes, who starred in Reiner's 1987 classic *The Princess Bride*, stated he only now felt able to share openly about his deep grief.

"Sufficient time has elapsed that I can now express my sorrow into words," wrote Elwes, saying that his initial encounter with Reiner left him smitten. "As we began spending more time together I realized this was someone I wanted in my life."

The actor posted archival material from the production, remarking that he doesn't recollect "any day without mirth".

"This story is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Principles that Rob held dear. Which is among the many reasons he was the ideal person to direct it," Elwes wrote.

He additionally honored Michele Reiner, noting: "Asserting that they were a incredible duo would be an oversimplification. My heart still hurts every time I think of you." He finished with a quote from *The Princess Bride*: "Sure, death cannot stop true love but living is anguish without you."

Martin Scorsese Reflects on a Friend and Collaborator

In a distinct tribute, acclaimed director Martin Scorsese also honored Reiner, whom he originally knew in the 1970s.

"Immediately, I loved spending time with Rob. We had a natural affinity for each other. He was very funny and sometimes bitingly funny, but he was never the kind of guy who would command the room," Scorsese shared.

Scorsese pointed out Reiner's cameo appearance in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, playing the father of the protagonist.

"His improvisation skills with the best. He was a expert at comedy, he worked wonderfully with his co-stars, and he comprehended the human predicament of his character," Scorsese wrote.

Court Proceedings: Autopsy Reports Sealed

In a new development, a Los Angeles court official decided to bar the disclosure of the Reiners' autopsy reports, following a petition from the Los Angeles Police Department.

A legal directive issued a restriction on the cases to restrict the public release of "all case details, notes, reports or photos" connected to the active case.

The coroner's office had previously confirmed their deaths were the consequence of homicide, with a record listing the cause as "injuries from a sharp object".

Fallout and Commentary

After the deaths, public individuals shared different comments.

Former President Donald Trump posted on the matter, offering provocative remarks that were met with immediate backlash by many commentators.

Podcaster Joe Rogan contributed his perspective to the critics recently. Speaking on his program, Rogan described the remarks as "disappointing" and suggested they revealed a concerning absence of compassion.

Rogan finished by suggesting that an aide should have intervened when the impulse to speak on the tragedy was made.