Episode 3, “A Family Destroyed: The Tragedy of Nick Reiner,” confronts the devastating events of December 14, 2025, when Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were found fatally stabbed in their Brentwood home. The episode reconstructs the final day, the emergency response, and the immediate aftermath, before turning inward to examine their son Nick’s long struggle with addiction and instability. Through interviews, past statements, and the deeply personal film Being Charlie, the episode explores a family’s desperate attempts to save a loved one—and the painful limits of help. As Hollywood mourns and the investigation unfolds, the series widens its lens to address substance abuse, mental health, and prevention. The episode closes by honoring Rob Reiner’s enduring artistic legacy while urging compassion for families living inside unimaginable loss.
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