History of Rob Reiner in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 16, 2026

Rob Reiner is an acclaimed American filmmaker and actor known for directing a diverse range of successful films across genres including comedy, drama, romance, and documentary. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Hugo Award, and nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and nine Golden Globe Awards. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, received the Chaplin Gala Tribute, and has had three of his films inducted into the National Film Registry.

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1971: Marriage to Penny Marshall

In 1971, Rob Reiner married actress and director Penny Marshall and adopted her daughter, Tracy Reiner.

1981: Divorce from Penny Marshall

In 1981, Rob Reiner and Penny Marshall divorced.

1989: Marriage to Michele Singer

In 1989, while directing "When Harry Met Sally...", Rob Reiner met and married photographer Michele Singer. The meeting also influenced the film's ending.

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1994: The Shawshank Redemption Release

In 1994, Castle Rock Entertainment, under Rob Reiner's leadership, produced "The Shawshank Redemption", directed by Frank Darabont, which later achieved critical acclaim and popular recognition.

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1997: Founding of I Am Your Child Foundation

In 1997, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer founded the I Am Your Child Foundation.

1999: The Green Mile Release

In 1999, Castle Rock Entertainment, under Rob Reiner's leadership, produced "The Green Mile", directed by Frank Darabont, which later achieved critical acclaim and popular recognition.

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1999: Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

In 1999, Rob Reiner was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

2004: Establishment of Parents' Action for Children

In 2004, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer established Parents' Action for Children, a nonprofit organization focused on raising awareness of the importance of a child's early years.

January 13, 2012: Reiner identifies as an atheist

On January 13, 2012, Rob Reiner identified as an atheist on "Real Time with Bill Maher".

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2014: Chaplin Award

In 2014, Rob Reiner received the 41st Annual Chaplin Award from the Film Society of Lincoln Center.

September 2017: Launch of Committee to Investigate Russia

In September 2017, Rob Reiner and David Frum launched the Committee to Investigate Russia, accompanied by a video narrated by Morgan Freeman warning of Russian attacks on the United States.

November 2020: Committee to Investigate Russia Advisory Board Expansion

In November 2020, Evelyn Farkas, Michael Hayden, Michael Morrell, Leon Panetta, and Clint Watts joined the advisory board of the Committee to Investigate Russia.

2020: Reiner Endorses Joe Biden

In 2020, Rob Reiner endorsed Joe Biden for president of the United States.

June 2021: Development of "The Spy and the Asset"

In June 2021, Reiner announced he was developing a television project, "The Spy and the Asset", about the relationship between Trump and Vladimir Putin, in collaboration with writer Ward Parry.

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2023: Dodgers podcast

Circa 2023, Rob Reiner's son Jake had a Dodgers podcast.

September 2025: Reiner speaks out against Trump on CNN

In September 2025, Rob Reiner gave an interview on CNN where he spoke out against Trump and the FCC, saying it "may be the last time you ever see me", in reference to the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live!.