I was and am as appalled, horrified and heartbroken about Rob and Michele Reiner’s murder as the next guy, but I really don’t care for adoration tributes. Reiner has been quickly deified over the last week or so, but I prefer to remember people as they actually were deep down, warts and all. Just share gently and honestly, and don’t be afraid to discuss this or that shortcoming. (Example: Albert Brooks talking about how young Rob was naive and clumsy with women.) Rob was a spiritually buoyant fellow and emotionally generous in so many respects, everyone says, but no jumping up and down about this. Keep it real.
Wolf of Wall Street Max Bellfort tribute message.