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Personalities from across the political spectrum and the Hollywood industry are coming together to condemn former President Donald Trump for his comments following the shocking deaths of esteemed filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele.

A Controversial Social Media Post

After the couple were found deceased at their Los Angeles home, Trump took to his platform to label the late director as "anguished and struggling". The message, he asserted Reiner's death was "due to the hostility he provoked others through his massive, unyielding, and incurable affliction with a debilitating disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME".

His comments quickly shifted to self-praise, juxtaposing Reiner's supposed "intense obsession" and "clear paranoia" with what Trump called the "Golden Age of America".

Police Update and Detention

Authorities have since announced the detention of the couple's adult son, Nick, on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident. It is reported his bond was established at a significant sum.

A Torrent of Criticism from Celebrities and Politicians

The reaction to Trump's post was immediate and harsh.

“What a appalling and despicable statement,” said actor Patrick Schwarzenegger.

Television host Whoopi Goldberg, who described Reiner a friend, similarly criticized the statements. She referenced prior rhetoric from Trump regarding the killing of an activist, asking, "Do you have no decency? Can you get any worse?"

California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, simply wrote, "This is a disturbed man."

Mirroring this sentiment, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost said, "What a contemptible piece of trash."

Senator Chris Murphy commented, "He's just lost it. Now implying the Reiners caused their own demise because they didn’t support him. So sick."

Criticism from His Own Political Ranks

Some Republican lawmakers also expressed dismay.

Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene stated that the event was "a family tragedy, not about politics or political enemies". She also alluded to challenges with addiction and psychological well-being within families.

Another GOP representative, Thomas Massie, labeled Trump's remarks "unacceptable and disgraceful" given the circumstances. He openly dared members in his political party to justify the statements.

Reiner's History and Views on Trump

Rob Reiner was long a outspoken critic of Donald Trump. During a previous conversation, he stated Trump was "not psychologically suited" for the presidency. He had also cautioned about the dangers of autocracy if Trump be reelected to power.

"There is authoritarianism making its move around the world," Reiner said. "If we crumble, there’s a risk that democratic systems crumble around the world."

Despite his strong opposition, Reiner had in the past shown "complete revulsion" and condemned political violence unequivocally after the shooting of a different political figure.

An Ironic Link: The Art of the Deal

Adding a element of historical irony, Michele Reiner, previously Michele Singer, was the photographer who shot the cover image for Donald Trump's iconic book, The Art of the Deal.

Rob Reiner had once shared the story of the session, mentioning Trump's request for "a specific hair product" while posing on a skyscraper overlooking Central Park.