The Megyn Kelly Show – AM Update 12/15/25

Episode Overview:
This AM Update episode, hosted by Megyn Kelly, covers a series of major breaking news stories: the fatal stabbing of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife; the release of a “person of interest” connected to the Brown University mass shooting; a deadly, targeted attack on Jewish revelers in Sydney, Australia; the killing of two US soldiers in an ISIS ambush in Syria; and the dramatic arrest of University of Michigan’s football coach following scandal. Megyn offers sharp, urgent updates and firsthand details, including direct quotes from officials and witnesses.

Major Topics & Key Discussion Points

1. Rob Reiner and Wife Stabbed to Death in Los Angeles

[00:00] — [04:03]

• Incident Summary:
  • Famed director Rob Reiner (78) and his wife, Michelle Singer Reiner (68), were found stabbed to death at their Brentwood mansion.
  • Early reports suggested their son Nick was involved, but LAPD Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton stated, “the report about the son, quote, did not come from us” and classified it as a “death investigation.”
  • LAPD Robbery Homicide is leading the case; local outlets confirm it is a “murder investigation.”
  • Police arrived around 3:30pm, initially responding to “ambulance death investigation.”
• Scene Details:
  • Actors Billy Crystal and Larry David were reportedly seen at the scene, with Crystal appearing deeply affected: “looked like he was about to cry, according to a neighbor.”
• Status:
  • Further police briefing expected the next morning.

2. Brown University Mass Shooting – Person of Interest Released

[04:03] — [09:13]

• Incident Summary:
  • Saturday shooting at Brown University left 2 dead, 9 injured.
  • Providence Mayor Brett Smiley reported a detained person of interest is being released:
    • “Shortly we will be releasing the person of interest who had been detained… Our investigation into this horrific act remains ongoing.” ([04:03])
  • Law enforcement sources indicated the person was found in a hotel with a revolver and a unique laser-equipped handgun, but Attorney General Peter Nerona said the evidence “now points in a different direction”:
    • “That evidence now points in a different direction. So what that means is that this person of interest needs to be and should be released. I think what is really unfortunate is that this person's name was leaked to the public…" ([05:22])
• Investigation Details:
  • The FBI’s Cellular Analysis Survey Team used geolocation to track leads; the detained person proved not to be the shooter.
  • No new shelter-in-place order as all subsequent shootings ceased; video evidence remains incomplete due to lack of security cameras.
• Eyewitness Report:
  • Teaching assistant John Oduro described the classroom attack ([07:58]):
    • “I was giving my closing remarks… we heard what sounded like gunshots outside the door… about five seconds later we see a gunman enter the room… he screamed something and just started shooting.”

3. Sydney Hanukkah Terror Attack

[09:13] — [14:41]

• Incident Summary:
  • Two gunmen, a father and son, opened fire on hundreds gathered for a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia.
  • Death toll at 15, with at least five critically injured; victims aged 10 to 87.
• Police Details:
  • New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon:
    • “We are satisfied that there were two offenders… One is deceased, the second is in critical but stable condition…” ([10:48])
    • Confirmed all six firearms used were licensed to the deceased 50-year-old father.
• Attack Details:
  • A black ISIS-style flag was seen on their car; explosive devices discovered nearby.
  • Eyewitness statement ([12:53]):
    • “There was two shooters, one on the bridge, one under the bridge and just start to shoot. For 20 minutes they shoot, shoot, change, change the magazine and just shoot.”
• Notable Victims:
  • Rabbi Eli Schlanger, event organizer, and Alex Kleitman, Holocaust survivor who died shielding his wife.
  • Viral video showed a bystander disarming a shooter.
• Political Response:
  • Prime Minister Albanese: “This was an attack deliberately targeted at the Jewish community on the first day of Hanukkah… all Australians wrap our arms around them…” ([14:18])
  • Israeli PM Netanyahu criticized Albanese for not doing enough against anti-Semitism, noting recent Australian recognition of a Palestinian state and local incidents.

4. ISIS Ambush Kills Two U.S. Soldiers in Syria

[16:56] — [18:32]

• Incident Summary:
  • Two soldiers and a US civilian interpreter killed in Palmyra, Syria, in an ISIS-claimed attack.
  • The attacker, believed to be a Syrian security forces member about to be dismissed for extremism, opened fire with an automatic weapon.
• Official Reactions & Context:
  • US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth:
    • “Let it be known if you target Americans anywhere in the world, you will spend the rest of your brief, anxious life knowing the United States will hunt you, find you, and ruthlessly kill you.”
  • President Trump ([17:40]):
    • “We mourned the loss of three great patriots in Syria… This was an ISIS attack on U.S. and Syria… we pray for them and their parents and their loved ones. Very, very sad.”
    • Confirmed the US would retaliate.
• Significance:
  • First US casualties in Syria since the ouster of Bashar al-Assad’s regime the previous year.
  • No indication (yet) of changes in US regional policy.

5. U. of Michigan Football Coach Fired, Arrested in Dramatic Scandal

[18:32] — [22:44]

• Timeline of Events:
  • Star coach Sharon Moore fired for cause due to an “inappropriate relationship” with a subordinate.
  • University’s investigation began after tips in October, with both Moore (married) and assistant Paige Shiver initially denying allegations.
  • On Wednesday, Shiver admitted to the relationship, providing evidence—hours later, Moore broke into her home.
• Alleged Incident:
  • Moore, reportedly armed with butter knives, threatened Shiver and himself:
    • “I'm going to kill myself. I'm going to make you watch. My blood is on your hands. You've ruined my life.”
  • Arrested and charged with felony home invasion, stalking, and breaking and entering.
  • Magistrate imposed conditions ([22:01]):
    • No substances, firearms, or travel out of Michigan; GPS tether; mandatory mental health treatment; no contact with the victim.
• Aftermath:
  • Moore posted bond, released Friday. Next hearing: January 22.
  • Biff Poggi named interim coach for the Citrus Bowl.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• LAPD’s Cautious Approach:
  • Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton: “the report about the son, quote, did not come from us.” ([~03:30])
• Attorney General on Brown Shooting Person of Interest:
  • “I think what is really unfortunate is that this person's name was leaked to the public. It's hard to put that back in the bottle.” ([05:22])
• Teaching Assistant John Oduro during Brown U. shooting ([07:58]):
  • “I looked at my students and signaled them to come to the front and then I just dug.”
• Bondi Beach Eyewitness ([12:53]):
  • “For 20 minutes they shoot, shoot, change, change the magazine and just shoot. Simple as that.”
• Prime Minister Albanese ([14:18]):
  • “This was an attack deliberately targeted at the Jewish community on the first day of Hanukkah… all Australians wrap our arms around them…”
• President Trump ([17:40]):
  • “We mourned the loss of three great patriots in Syria. You know how it happened? It was an ambush.”
• Secretary of War Pete Hegseth:
  • “If you target Americans anywhere in the world, you will spend the rest of your brief, anxious life knowing the United States will hunt you, find you, and ruthlessly kill you.”

Highlighted Timestamps

• Rob Reiner Murder Details: [00:00] – [04:03]
• Brown Shooting – Person of Interest Released: [04:03] – [09:13]
• Bondi Beach Attack Details: [09:13] – [14:41]
• ISIS Ambush (Syria): [16:56] – [18:32]
• UM Coach Scandal: [18:32] – [22:44]

Tone & Style

Megyn Kelly’s delivery is crisp, urgent, and no-nonsense, prioritizing factual reporting, direct quotations from officials, and a focus on accountability. The episode maintains a tone of seriousness appropriate to the gravity of each story.

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