Corey Feldman Claims He Wasn't Invited to Oscars' Rob Reiner Tribute

The 'Stand By Me' star says he'll honor Reiner 'my own way' after not being included in the planned memorial.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Corey Feldman, who starred in Rob Reiner's 1986 film adaptation of Stephen King's 'Stand By Me', has claimed he was not invited to participate in a planned tribute to Reiner at the upcoming 2026 Oscars ceremony. Reiner and his wife were found dead in their Brentwood, California home in December, with their son arrested and pleading not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder.

Why it matters

Reiner was a legendary director whose films like 'Stand By Me', 'When Harry Met Sally...', and 'The Princess Bride' have become beloved classics. His sudden death has been deeply felt in Hollywood, and the Oscars tribute is meant to honor his legacy. Feldman's exclusion from the tribute, despite his starring role in one of Reiner's most iconic films, has raised questions about the selection process.

The details

In a post on X, Feldman wrote that he 'was not invited' to the Oscars tribute, and that while he appreciates the support of his fans, 'this isn't about me! It's not my moment @ all! Its about the tragic loss of r friend Rob Reiner & his memory.' He encouraged his supporters to take down any petitions pushing for his inclusion, saying 'They don't need me there, Will & Jerry got this I'm sure, they will do a fantastic job!' Feldman said he'll 'honor Rob my own way.'

  • Reiner and his wife were found dead in their Brentwood, California home on December 14, 2025.
  • Reiner's son Nick Reiner was arrested that night and has since pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder.

The players

Corey Feldman

An American actor best known for his roles in the 1980s films 'The Goonies' and 'Stand By Me', which was directed by Rob Reiner.

Rob Reiner

An acclaimed American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter, known for directing classic films like 'When Harry Met Sally...', 'The Princess Bride', and 'Stand By Me'.

Nick Reiner

The son of Rob Reiner, who was arrested on the night his parents were found dead and has pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder.

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What they’re saying

“I understand many believe it's due 2 being outspoken about the abuse I suffered as a child & the campaign 2 silence me. However this isn't about me! It's not my moment @ all! Its about the tragic loss of r friend Rob Reiner & his memory.”

— Corey Feldman (X)

“They don't need me there, Will & Jerry got this I'm sure, they will do a fantastic job! ... I'll honor Rob my own way.”

— Corey Feldman (X)

What’s next

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony where the Rob Reiner tribute is planned to take place will air live on March 9, 2026.

The takeaway

Corey Feldman's exclusion from the planned Oscars tribute to his 'Stand By Me' director Rob Reiner has sparked questions about the selection process, though Feldman has stated this is not about him and he will honor Reiner in his own way. The sudden and tragic loss of the acclaimed filmmaker has deeply impacted Hollywood, and the Oscars memorial aims to celebrate Reiner's remarkable legacy.