I cannot begin to describe how brave both you and Mike have been to not simply speak out against the atrocities committed by the “ Church “ of Scientology , but to follow through and actively continue to fight FOR THE FAMILIES WHO GOT OUT AND TO THOSE LEFT BEHIND. You have both saved untold numbers of victims: past, present, and future.
7 months ago | 42
He was absolutely Amazing! You could sense it through the TV. I know that he is very proud of his Memorial Bench. Thank you Leah! What you both undertook was very brave.
7 months ago | 10
Thank you for letting folks know about this. I love that spot, but I haven't visited it since the construction all started. I will visit soon and enjoy his bench, and remember him.
7 months ago | 15
What a beautiful honor in a beautiful peaceful place. Mike was so special. Lots of people we almost considered him part of our family, even when we never met him. From Spain, all my love to you, Leah, and to all Mike's loved ones. Thank you so much for your honesty and bravery.
7 months ago | 8
Wonderful ! Thank you to all involved. Mike had a profound effect on/ in my life, even though we never met.
7 months ago | 11
Beautiful- he helped so many - he’s work will continue to help many more - an incredible legacy - may he rest peacefully
7 months ago | 6
I still listen to your podcasts at night,, he will be remembered as a hero💕
7 months ago | 16
RIP Mike 🙏 I loved watching you and Leah on television fighting the fight with the cult
7 months ago | 27
Mike's story introduced me to scientology years ago. Just kept me invested in seeing how it will all play out in the end. Peace Mike
7 months ago | 7
He cared so deeply about the truth and wanted to save all he could, from the lies and the loneliness. Rest peacefully
7 months ago | 3
Oh my goodness I did not know Mike passed on 😢 that’s amazing to honor him in such way 🙏🏽❤️ great
7 months ago | 2
This is so beautiful. Thank you Leah. RIP Mike and bless you for everything you did to try to end the control, torture and oppression of so many. We need more people like Mike and Leah in this world. ♥️♥️
7 months ago | 2
Mr Rinder, You and Leah helped so many people dealing with that heinous cult called Scientology. God bless you, Mike. One day, that sad excuse for a religion, it's a cult will go away.
7 months ago | 1
Leah Remini
A bench has been dedicated in Mike Rinder’s honor—a place for families to connect, to reflect, and to remember those they love.
Mike’s greatest wish was to end Scientology’s cruel disconnection policy, to help families find their way back to each other.
This bench is meant to be a space where people can sit, think, and, hopefully, reconnect with loved ones.
Whether you live in Clearwater or are just visiting, I hope this spot brings comfort and reflection.
Christie Collbran Rinder (Mike’s wife), Claire Headley, and I chose the perfect spot—a place where people can pause and honor the ones they’ve lost or those they still hope to reunite with.
In loving memory of my dear friend and brother, and a friend to so many—my Mikey.
A heartfelt thank-you to the City of Clearwater, FL, for helping make this possible.
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