Seth Meyers lashes out at Trump following the president’s shocking claim about Rob Reiner’s death
Seth Meyers has publicly condemned former President Donald Trump for a social media post made after the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner. During a segment from his talk show, Meyers paid tribute to the late filmmaker while criticizing Trump’s response.
Meyers honored Reiner as a pioneering director behind beloved films like *When Harry Met Sally* and *The Princess Bride*. He emphasized that the couple’s passing represents a profound loss for the entertainment world and beyond.
Trump’s statement on Truth Social suggested the tragedy was linked to what he called “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” He described Reiner as having a “raging obsession” and implied this contributed to the violence.
The post was widely denounced as insensitive. Meyers stated that Trump made the family’s tragedy “about himself,” posting inflammatory claims mere hours after the murders occurred.
Meyers expressed dismay, noting the statement was “even worse than I could have imagined.” He stressed there is no foundation for linking the crime to the couple’s political views, calling the act a human tragedy.
He urged the public to focus instead on the Reiners’ positive legacy of creativity, kindness, and advocacy. Meyers highlighted that compassion should guide the response to such a loss.
The criticism reflects a broader backlash from media figures and celebrities. Many have joined Meyers in condemning the attempt to politicize a personal family tragedy during a time of mourning.
