URGENT UPDATE: Former President Donald Trump has staunchly defended his controversial comments regarding the death of acclaimed director Rob Reiner, who was found dead at his home in Brentwood, California on December 14, 2025. Trump’s remarks have ignited significant backlash, prompting swift reactions from across the political spectrum.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump attributed Reiner’s passing to what he called an “incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease known as Trump derangement syndrome.” He elaborated on these sentiments during a press conference, stating, “I wasn’t a fan of his at all. He was a deranged person, as far as Trump is concerned.”
The former president’s comments have drawn widespread condemnation. Critics argue that such statements are insensitive and politically charged, particularly in the wake of Reiner’s untimely death. Trump did not shy away from doubling down, claiming that Reiner’s public disdain for him was detrimental both to himself and to the country. “I thought he was very bad for our country,” Trump asserted.
This incident comes just hours after Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, were discovered deceased in their home, leading to a growing investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths. Authorities have confirmed that the case will be handed to prosecutors on Tuesday, who will consider potential formal charges against Nick Reiner, the couple’s son, who was taken into custody shortly after the discovery.
Trump’s inflammatory remarks have sparked outrage among many, as he claimed without evidence that Reiner’s death was linked to his opposition to Trump’s policies. “The anger he caused others through his massive, unyielding, and incurable affliction,” Trump stated, has led to dire consequences.
As the investigation into the Reiner deaths continues, the public is left to grapple with the implications of Trump’s statements. His words have fueled an already heated discourse surrounding the intersection of celebrity culture and political rhetoric.
The situation remains fluid, with more developments expected as authorities dig deeper into the circumstances of Reiner’s death and Trump’s controversial comments. Observers are closely monitoring the fallout from this tragic event, as both political and social ramifications unfold.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
