“I Don’t Regret Missing Out on Much”
Just under two weeks after the 2026 Academy Awards, Corey Feldman addressed his feelings about not being included in the tribute to Rob Reiner. Feldman shared his thoughts in an interview with El-Balad, stating that he did not feel he missed much from the event.
I Don’t Regret Missing Out on Much
Feldman noted that the tribute, led by Jerry O’Connell and Wil Wheaton, felt like a short acknowledgment. He expressed a desire for more personal reflections from O’Connell and Wheaton. “Although they did a wonderful job, I would’ve liked to have heard from them and a few others up there,” he explained.
This conversation took place during a 40-year retrospective on the classic film “Stand By Me,” which featured both O’Connell and Wheaton as co-stars. Feldman did not receive an invitation to the Oscars, while his fellow cast members did. “It felt a little bit like a family reunion I wasn’t invited to,” he acknowledged.
Reflecting on Tragedy
Feldman shared his deep sadness over Rob Reiner’s tragic death, which occurred on December 14. Reiner and his wife Michele were victims of a double homicide, with their son Nick later arrested on charges of first-degree murder.
- Rob Reiner’s passing: December 14
- Incident: Double homicide
- Charges against Nick Reiner: Two counts of first-degree murder
- Nick Reiner’s plea: Not guilty
In the context of this loss, Feldman expressed his appreciation for how the Academy honored Reiner’s memory. However, he remarked that the In Memoriam segment “is what it is.” Days prior to the ceremony, Feldman publicly stated he believed his absence was due to his outspoken views on abuse in Hollywood. Despite this, he emphasized that the focus should remain on honoring Reiner and not on his own experience.
In summary, Feldman does not regret missing the Oscars. He believes the tribute was a fleeting moment, overshadowed by the profound loss of a friend.
