AceShowbiz - Cary Elwes paid a heartfelt tribute to his late friend and director Rob Reiner on what would have been the acclaimed filmmaker’s 79th birthday.

On Friday, the star of The Princess Bride shared a touching post on Instagram featuring a photo of himself alongside Reiner, accompanied by the Oscar-nominated theme song "Storybook Love," which is famously associated with the fantasy comedy classic.

“Today would have been your 79th birthday,” Elwes wrote, honoring the man who directed the beloved film. “Still hard to believe you’re gone. Missing you so much #robreiner ???.”

Rob Reiner and his wife Michele tragically passed away on December 14 in a double homicide caused by multiple sharp force injuries, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s report. Their 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, who has faced past struggles with mental health and addiction, was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder with special circumstances. Nick pleaded not guilty to the charges in February.

Following the devastating loss, numerous friends and colleagues in Hollywood have spoken out, remembering Rob and Michele as a remarkable couple and a powerful presence in the community.

At the end of December, Elwes posted a longer reflection on Instagram, honoring the late couple as “a great team.” He praised their dedication not to fame itself, but to using their platform to support causes close to their hearts, especially helping marginalized groups.

“To say that they were a great team would be an understatement,” Elwes wrote. “Their only interest in fame was that it allowed them to shine a light on causes they believed in, especially helping those who were marginalized. In a town where many talk the talk, they truly walked it.”

Elwes also fondly remembered working on The Princess Bride with Reiner, highlighting the joy and laughter present throughout the filming process. “I can’t remember a single day without laughter,” he said. “The movie is about love, loyalty and sacrifice. Things that Rob held dear. Which is among the many reasons he was the perfect person to direct it.”

In a similar vein, Elwes’ co-star Mandy Patinkin shared his grief publicly. Calling the loss “an unthinkable tragedy,” Patinkin expressed the emotional turmoil he faced in the wake of the deaths.

“I can’t breathe, but I’m breathing,” Patinkin said. “I’m howling at the gods every moment, then I talk to a friend or myself and quiet down and I realize the gods are not to blame, the tsunami of tragedy is the responsibility of human beings.”

The tragic events surrounding the Reiner family reverberated deeply throughout Hollywood, with friends and fans alike mourning the loss of two cherished individuals.