Rob Reiner on the Burden of His Name

Before Rob Reiner became an award-winning director, actor, and producer known for cult classics like Stand by Me, This is Spinal Tap, and When Harry met Sally, he lived in the shadow of his father — the legendary Carl Reiner, who dominated large and small screens since the 1950s as an actor, writer, and director. However, Rob never felt the pressure of his father’s success. He was inspired by it. In his words, “I wanted to be just like him.” As for his own children, Rob sees his success as something they can use or reject. He just wants them to be happy.

Authors: Caitlin Cadieux, Ashley Bloom Kenny, Nicolas Pollock

[richlinlaw]

I got stoned with Rob's brother and him and some long hairs we watched let it be later I came to realize that was part of preparing for spinal tap the great.

[annarboriter]

Oh, the burdens of being born to a wealthy father with unlimited connections in an industry that one eventually makes a living in. Mr Reiner, there are a few downsides to having surrounded yourself with lackeys who feign amazement and support for everything that you pronounce.