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

A Heartfelt Farewell: Cary Elwes Pays Tribute to His Director

Posting on Instagram, actor Cary Elwes, who was featured in Reiner's 1987 classic *The Princess Bride*, explained he just recently felt able to share openly about his personal sorrow.

"Sufficient time has passed that I can at last put my grief into words," wrote Elwes, noting that his first meeting with Reiner created an instant bond. "When we commenced spending more time together I knew this was someone I longed to have in my life."

The actor shared archival material from the production, commenting that he cannot recall "any day without joy".

"The movie is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Principles that Rob held dear. This is one of the many reasons he was the ideal person to direct it," Elwes wrote.

He also paid tribute Michele Reiner, noting: "Claiming that they were a incredible duo would be an oversimplification. My heart still aches every time I remember you." He concluded with a line from *The Princess Bride*: "Sure, death cannot stop true love but existence is agony without you."

Martin Scorsese Recalls a Friend and Collaborator

In a distinct piece, acclaimed director Martin Scorsese shared memories of Reiner, whom he first met in the 1970s.

"Right away, I loved hanging out with Rob. We had a instant connection for each other. He was uproarious and sometimes bitingly funny, but he was never the kind of guy who would command the room," Scorsese wrote.

Scorsese mentioned Reiner's supporting role in his 2013 film *The Wolf of Wall Street*, playing the father of the main character.

"He could improvise with the best. He was a expert at comedy, he worked wonderfully with the cast, and he comprehended the personal struggle of his character," Scorsese wrote.

Judicial Actions: Autopsy Reports Sealed

This week, a Los Angeles court official ruled to bar the release of the Reiners' medical examiner's reports, at the request from the LAPD.

A court order put a restriction on the files to limit the public release of "any investigative information, notes, reports or photos" associated with the ongoing investigation.

The Medical Examiner's office had earlier stated their deaths were the result of homicide, with a public database noting the cause as "multiple sharp force injuries".

Aftermath and Reactions

After the deaths, public personalities offered divergent responses.

Ex-President Donald Trump commented on the matter, making provocative claims that were met with immediate backlash by several public figures.

Podcaster Joe Rogan lent his voice to the detractors last week. Speaking on his show, Rogan labeled the statements as "disappointing" and remarked they revealed a worrisome absence of compassion.

Rogan finished by remarking that an adviser could have stepped in when the choice to comment on the tragedy was made.