This marks Reiner’s first Emmy nomination for acting since 1978, when he won the award for best supporting actor for his role as Michael “Meathead” Stivic in “All in the Family.” Reiner was first nominated for “All in the Family” in 1972 and earned four more nods for his performance on the CBS sitcom (he won twice).

The late director played George Washington, warning against a third presidential term alongside Jimmy Kimmel — on 'Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness,' executive produced in part by Barack and Michelle Obama through their Higher Ground production company.

Rob Reiner has earned a posthumous Emmy nomination for his guest role as Albert in The Bear Season 4. The recognition comes months after his reported death. The nomination celebrates the legendary actor and filmmaker's final contributions to television.

I believe that no man should serve more than two terms as president,' Reiner, who played George Washington, said. 'And I hope that future presidents will follow my lead.'

Rob Reiner has been recognized among the nominees at the 2026 Emmy Awards nearly seven months after his death. On Wednesday, July 8, the Television Academy announced the nominations for the September awards show, and Reiner, who died in December, was among the actors recognized in the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series category.

Actor Rob Reiner has earned a posthumous Emmy nomination for his guest role in The Bear, marking his first acting nod since 1978. The legendary filmmaker is nominated in the Guest Actor in a Comedy Series category.