Sally Struthers Remembers Working with Rob Reiner on 'All In the Family' and Their Reunion at the 2024 Emmy Awards
Sally Struthers reflects on her time working with Rob Reiner on the iconic sitcom "All In the Family." In an interview with Woman's World, the actress shared the valuable career advice she received from Reiner, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the show over individual roles. Struthers played Gloria, the liberal daughter of working-class parents, portrayed by Carroll O'Connor and Jean Stapleton, while Reiner played her husband, Michael.
Both Struthers and Reiner departed from the show after its eighth season, with their characters relocating to California. Struthers later reprised her role in a spin-off series, revealing that Gloria's character had remarried after Michael's departure. Following Reiner's passing, Struthers expressed her deep sorrow, acknowledging the profound loss.
Reiner and Struthers reunited at the 2024 Emmy Awards for a tribute to Norman Lear, the creator of "All In the Family" and other groundbreaking shows. Reiner praised Lear's contributions to television and the impact of the shows on audiences over the years. After their time on the sitcom, Reiner transitioned to directing acclaimed films like "When Harry Met Sally" and "The Princess Bride."
Tragically, Reiner and his wife Michele were discovered deceased in their Brentwood home, prompting an investigation. Their son Nick, who had a history of addiction and mental health struggles, was named a person of interest and later charged with double homicide. Neighbors shared concerns about Nick's past behavior, highlighting previous incidents of violence and substance abuse. The community expressed shock and sadness over the tragic turn of events involving the Reiner family.