American Idol Music Supervisor Robin Kaye and Husband Tom DeLuca Murdered

Tragic Discovery of Robin Kaye and Tom DeLuca

• 💔 Robin Kaye, the music supervisor for 'American Idol' for 14 years, and her husband, songwriter Tom DeLuca, were found shot dead in their $5 million home.
• 🏠 The couple was discovered in separate rooms after not being seen for four days, with police estimating they had been deceased for that duration.

Home Security and Intrusion

• 🔒 Despite the property being described as a fortress with features like razor wire, steel gates, and surveillance cameras, the intruder reportedly gained access through an unlocked door.
• ⚠️ A security consultant had previously made recommendations after a burglary incident last May, where a prowler was scared off by a dog.
• 🚁 An LAPD helicopter observed the property after a report of a prowler scaling the wall, but found nothing suspicious at the time.

Investigation and Suspect Arrest

• 🕵️ Within hours of the discovery, a 22-year-old suspect, Raymond Boodarian, was arrested.
• 📹 Identification of the suspect was reportedly made through surveillance video and fingerprints.
• ❓ Police are investigating the motive, noting that the house was not ransacked, and are exploring whether the couple stumbled upon a burglary or if the killer was waiting for them.

Tributes to Robin Kaye and Tom DeLuca

• ✨ 'American Idol' producers released a statement calling Robin Kaye a cornerstone of the Idol family.
• 💬 Friends remember Robin and Tom as wonderful peas in a pod and lovely human beings.