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James Woods Defends Reiner Amid Controversial Murder Case

12/19/2025

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Actor James Woods defended Rob Reiner after his death, criticizing negative remarks about the director.
Rob Reiner, 78, the director, and his wife Michele were fatally stabbed in their Los Angeles home.
Their son, Nick, 32, faces murder charges.
President Donald Trump suggested Reiner's criticism of him contributed to his death, prompting backlash from some Republicans who called for civility.

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Actor James Woods defended Rob Reiner after his death, criticizing negative remarks about the director.
Rob Reiner, 78, the director, and his wife Michele were fatally stabbed in their Los Angeles home.
Their son, Nick, 32, faces murder charges.
President Donald Trump suggested Reiner's criticism of him contributed to his death, prompting backlash from some Republicans who called for civility.