Jake Reiner touches on trauma, grief and what he misses about late parents Rob and Michelle

It’s been almost a year since the death of Rob Reiner and wife Michelle, and their children are reflecting on what they miss most about them. Jake and Romy Reiner delivered speeches at the Children’s Institute’s annual Cape Gown Gala on Nov. 8, where they presented Jamie Lee Curtis with the inaugural Michele and Rob Reiner Champion for Change Award. Jake Reiner reflected on his parents’ philanthropic endeavors, while also touching on how difficult the past year has been. “Eleven months ago we could barely stand, let alone speak, in front of an audience like this,” he said. “We’re here for our mom and our dad, and we’re trying to show up for them like they did every single day raising us. They always led with love and compassion, and we’re constantly fighting for those less fortunate.” He said that when he’s asked how he’s going to carry his parents’ legacy forward, he say it’s a “tough question to answer and an even tougher act to follow.” “Right now, I’m just trying t