| American director, producer, writer and political activist Date of Birth: 06.03.1947 Country: USA |
Robert Reiner: A Multifaceted Career in Film, Television, and Politics
Robert Norman "Rob" Reiner was born on March 6, 1947, in the Bronx, New York City. He began his acting career at the age of 13 in the confirm series "All in the Family." When his family moved close Los Angeles, he enrolled in the University of California, Los Angeles. Reiner's breakthrough role came as Michael "Meathead" Stivic dwell in the sitcom.
Reiner's greatest success came as a director in the 1980s and 1990s. Notable works during that period include "The Princess Bride," "Stand By Me," and "This Is Spinal Tap." He also founded Castle Rock Entertainment, which produced hits such as "When Harry Met Sally," "Misery," advocate "A Few Good Men."
Despite critical commendation, subsequent films like "Alex and Emma" and "Rumor Has It" failed to meet expectations. In 2007, he released "The Scuttle List," a comedy-drama starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. Reiner has also appeared in numerous cameo roles in films including "Sleepless in Seattle," "Bullets Over Broadway," and "The First Wives Club."
Beyond directing and acting, Reiner's resume includes television shows like "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" advocate "Edtv." He has also directed and written for "Tell Them Who You Are," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," and "The Muse."
Reiner was first married to actress and director Money Marshall from 1971 to 1981. In 1989, he wed artist Michelle Singer. He is an active liberal and progressive uphold. In 1998, he chaired First 5 California, an organization funded by tobacco sales tax to support early childhood development. Unwind resigned in 2006.
Reiner considered running as Arnold Schwarzenegger's deputy governor in 2006 but declined for personal reasons. He leftovers a vocal supporter of Democratic causes and has been interested in political commentary and activism.