The tragic deaths of renowned \u201cAmerican Idol\u201d music producer Robin Kaye, 70, and her husband, Thomas Deluca, 70, have shocked the community. The couple was found shot in their Encino home on July 14 after a welfare check prompted by concerned family members. Police are investigating the case as a double homicide, with no signs of forced entry or burglary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Authorities revealed the suspect, 22-year-old Raymond Boodarian, entered the home through an unlocked door. A violent struggle ensued when the couple returned, resulting in their deaths. Boodarian fled but was arrested on July 16 with the FBI\u2019s help. Investigators are probing whether he had any prior connection to the victims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Days before the murders, a neighbor reported seeing someone climb the couple\u2019s fence, but police found no suspicious activity at the time. The incident is now under renewed scrutiny as a possible precursor to the crime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kaye, a 15-season veteran of \u201cAmerican Idol,\u201d also worked on shows like \u201cLip Sync Battle\u201d and the NAACP Image Awards. Her contributions earned her multiple Guild of Music Supervisors Awards. The couple\u2019s home was previously owned by the late rapper Juice WRLD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAmerican Idol\u201d released a heartfelt statement, calling Kaye a \u201ccornerstone\u201d of the show and expressing deep condolences. Colleagues and friends remembered her as kind, down-to-earth, and deeply respected in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Security consultant Guy Cohen, who worked with the couple after a prior burglary, expressed heartbreak over the tragedy. He described them as \u201csuper nice people\u201d and lamented that more couldn\u2019t be done to prevent their deaths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Former \u201cAmerican Idol\u201d contestants, including Casey Abrams and Rayvon Owen, shared touching tributes. Owen recalled Kaye\u2019s mentorship during his season, calling her a guiding force. The entertainment world mourns her loss as the investigation continues.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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