‘The Princess Bride’ Star ‘Devastated’ by Passing of Director Rob Reiner

The death of Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife, Michele Reiner, 68, shocked all of Hollywood. The prolific filmmaker never fell into a single genre; instead, he chose to make whatever films he wanted. Horror movies like “Misery” and dramas such as “A Few Good Men.” However, two years before making the iconic hit, “When Harry Met Sally,” he directed one of the most quotable films in existence: “The Princess Bride.”

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After hearing the news of Reiner’s death, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, and many others expressed their grief. Robin Wright, whose first film role was Buttercup in “The Princess Bride,” was one of many who were in disbelief.

“I am deeply shocked and devastated,” Wright said in a statement to Entertainment Weekly.” I cannot begin to imagine what the family is experiencing or what they will have to endure in the months and years ahead. It is truly heartbreaking.”

“Rob was one of the most loving, compassionate, and kind people I have ever known,” she continued. “He was an extraordinary director and the impact he had on me has stayed with me throughout my career. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”

In February of this year, Reiner, Wright, and Cary Elwes appeared on “Special Features Archive” to discuss “The Princess Bride.” Reiner revealed that, while he succeeded in adapting the book, others had failed. “Francois Truffaut had been involved, and Norman Jewison, and Robert Redford, and all these people,” he said.

He also admitted that when he met Elwes, Wright, and Andre the Giant, he knew he’d found Wesley, Buttercup, and Fezzik.

“I don’t know if I ever told you guys about this, but you two were the only two people who could play those parts,” the “This is Spinal Tap” director said. “There were three of you. There was you two and Andre the Giant — of which there was a list of one. And if I didn’t get you three, I can’t make the movie.”

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