Rob and Michele Reiner's children break their silence: "They were our best friends"

BarcelonaJake and Romy Reiner, children of Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner and siblings of the detained Nick Reiner, broke their silence after the murder of his parents"Words cannot describe the unimaginable pain we feel every moment of the day," they said in a joint statement sent to the American magazine. PeopleThe statement adds that "they weren't just our parents, they were our best friends." The statement also expresses gratitude for the outpouring of support received.

This Wednesday, Nick Reiner appeared in court for the first time in Los Angeles. During a brief hearing, Reiner waived his right to a speedy reading of the charges, and the judge ordered him held without bail. The alleged perpetrator will not have to return to court until January 7, at which time the charges against him will be read.

Nick Reiner was arrested last Sunday and charged with two counts of first-degree murder, crimes that could carry a life sentence, according to the Los Angeles District Attorney's office. The motive for the crime is currently unknown. Several witnesses claim that in the hours leading up to the incident, a family argument took place at a Christmas party at comedian Conan O'Brien's home.

Director and actor Rob Reiner, 78, known for his work on films such as When Harry Met SallyeitherThe Princess BrideA man and his 70-year-old wife were found dead by their daughter Romy on Sunday. Romy reportedly went to their home after a massage therapist alerted her that her parents weren't answering the door, according to reports. Los Angeles TimesBefore being arrested, Nick Reiner checked into a Santa Monica hotel on Sunday, after the murders.