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Time of India
26-07-2025
- Time of India
Man charged in fatal shooting of ‘American Idol' producer and husband allegedly used couple's gun, called 911
Suspect accused of using victim's gun, making 911 call A man charged in the double homicide of an 'American Idol' executive and her husband is accused of using the couple's own firearm and calling 911 after the incident, according to authorities. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Operations Management Degree Leadership Finance Management MCA Data Analytics Data Science Public Policy Project Management MBA others Digital Marketing Data Science healthcare PGDM Others Cybersecurity Technology Design Thinking Product Management CXO Artificial Intelligence Healthcare Skills you'll gain: Quality Management & Lean Six Sigma Analytical Tools Supply Chain Management & Strategies Service Operations Management Duration: 10 Months IIM Lucknow IIML Executive Programme in Strategic Operations Management & Supply Chain Analytics Starts on Jan 27, 2024 Get Details Raymond Boodarian, 22, has been charged with murdering Robin Kaye and Thomas Deluca at their home in the Encino neighborhood of Los Angeles. Police believe the couple interrupted a burglary in progress when they returned home on July 10. During the encounter, Boodarian allegedly used a gun registered to one of the victims to fatally shoot them. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Private Jet - The Prices May Surprise You! Private Jet I Search Ads Learn More Undo Also read: American Idol music supervisor Robin Kaye and husband Thomas Deluca killed in Los Angeles double homicide Los Angeles police initially responded to a 911 call about a possible burglary at the residence on the afternoon of July 10. However, after finding no signs of forced entry or suspicious activity, officers left the scene. Four days later, during a welfare check, officers discovered the couple's bodies. Both had sustained fatal gunshot wounds. Live Events At a town hall meeting on Monday, July 21, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman told local residents that Boodarian was the individual who made the 911 call on July 10, as reported by ABC7. Authorities believe he remained at the scene after the shootings and contacted law enforcement before fleeing. Boodarian was arrested on July 15, the day after the bodies were discovered. His attorney, Brad Siegel, has not responded to media inquiries regarding the charges. Victim had extensive career in television production Robin Kaye had worked in the music department of 'American Idol' for more than 15 years and was actively working on the show's upcoming season at the time of her death. In addition to her role with the long-running singing competition series, she contributed to numerous television productions, including 'The Singing Bee,' 'Hollywood Game Night,' 'Lip Sync Battle,' and several Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants. Kaye and her husband, Thomas Deluca, were both known in the entertainment industry and the Encino community. The investigation into their deaths remains ongoing. Also read: Who is Robin Kaye, American Idol music supervisor found shot dead along with husband at LA home? Read all Authorities continue to examine the timeline of events and the suspect's potential connection to the victims. Anyone with additional information related to the case is encouraged to contact Los Angeles Police Department detectives.


San Francisco Chronicle
22-07-2025
- San Francisco Chronicle
Man charged in the killings of an 'American Idol' exec and her husband called 911 afterward, DA says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The man accused of killing an 'American Idol' executive and her husband used the couple's gun to kill them and later called the police, authorities allege. Los Angeles police previously said they responded to a 911 call about a burglary that afternoon, July 10, but left after finding 'no signs of forced entry or trouble.' Officers found the bodies of Robin Kaye and Thomas Deluca four days later at their home in the Encino neighborhood of Los Angeles while carrying out a welfare check. They had been shot to death. During a town hall meeting Monday, Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman told concerned residents that the man charged in the killings, Raymond Boodarian, made the initial 911 call, ABC7 reported. He said Boodarian used a gun registered to one of the victims in the attack, which authorities believe happened when they arrived home unexpectedly while he was burglarizing the place. Boodarian, 22, was arrested the day after the bodies were found. His lawyer, Brad Siegel, didn't immediately respond to an Associated Press voicemail Tuesday seeking comment. Kaye had been with 'American Idol,' the hit singing competition TV series, for more than 15 years and was working on the upcoming season at the time of her death. She had also worked in the music departments of several other productions, including 'The Singing Bee,' 'Hollywood Game Night,' 'Lip Sync Battle,' and several Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants.

Associated Press
22-07-2025
- Associated Press
Man charged in the killings of an 'American Idol' exec and her husband called 911 afterward, DA says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The man accused of killing an 'American Idol' executive and her husband used the couple's gun to kill them and later called the police, authorities allege. Los Angeles police previously said they responded to a 911 call about a burglary that afternoon, July 10, but left after finding 'no signs of forced entry or trouble.' Officers found the bodies of Robin Kaye and Thomas Deluca four days later at their home in the Encino neighborhood of Los Angeles while carrying out a welfare check. They had been shot to death. During a town hall meeting Monday, Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman told concerned residents that the man charged in the killings, Raymond Boodarian, made the initial 911 call, ABC7 reported. He said Boodarian used a gun registered to one of the victims in the attack, which authorities believe happened when they arrived home unexpectedly while he was burglarizing the place. Boodarian, 22, was arrested the day after the bodies were found. His lawyer, Brad Siegel, didn't immediately respond to an Associated Press voicemail Tuesday seeking comment. Kaye had been with 'American Idol,' the hit singing competition TV series, for more than 15 years and was working on the upcoming season at the time of her death. She had also worked in the music departments of several other productions, including 'The Singing Bee,' 'Hollywood Game Night,' 'Lip Sync Battle,' and several Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants.


Global News
18-07-2025
- Global News
Suspect in killing of ‘American Idol' music supervisor charged with murder
A 22-year-old man suspected in the shooting deaths of a longtime music supervisor for American Idol and her husband at their home in Los Angeles was charged with two counts of murder on Thursday. Robin Kaye, who worked on the show for more than a decade, and her husband, Thomas Deluca, both 70, were found dead in their Encino home on Monday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Police were conducting a welfare check at the home when they found their bodies with gunshot wounds. Both were pronounced dead at the scene. Raymond Boodarian, an Encino resident, was arrested Tuesday afternoon, police said. Investigators believe he was burglarizing the residence on July 10 while the couple was away and shot them when they suddenly returned. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Boodarian faces charges including two counts of murder and one count of first-degree burglary, Deputy District Attorney Hilary Williams said. Story continues below advertisement If convicted, Boodarian faces a possible maximum sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole. His arraignment was scheduled for Aug. 20. 'In a matter of moments, this couple was senselessly killed in their own home as they returned from the grocery store,' Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman said in a statement. Hochman said the tragic shooting 'has shaken a valley community and the notion that home should be our safe sanctuary.' 'Our thoughts and prayers go out to their family and friends who are grieving this tremendous loss,' Hochman added. A statement from American Idol was released after Kaye and Deluca's deaths. 'We are devastated to hear of Robin and her dear husband, Tom's, passing,' the statement said. 'Robin has been a cornerstone of the Idol family since 2009 and was truly loved and respected by all who came in contact with her. Robin will remain in our hearts forever and we share our deepest sympathy with her family and friends during this difficult time.' Kaye, an industry veteran, had also worked in the music departments of several other productions, such as The Singing Bee, Hollywood Game Night, Lip Sync Battle and several Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants. Story continues below advertisement The case remains under investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department. Boodarian is being held without the possibility of bond. — with files from Global News' Michelle Butterfield and The Associated Press


Gulf Today
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
'American Idol' music supervisor and husband both found dead at LA home
An "American Idol' music supervisor and her husband were both found dead in their Los Angeles home Monday afternoon. Officers were conducting a welfare check at a home in the Encino neighbourhood when they found the bodies of a man and woman with gunshot wounds. An "American Idol' spokesperson confirmed the deaths of Robin Kaye and her husband, Thomas Deluca, both 70. The couple owned their home, according to public records. "Robin has been a cornerstone of the Idol family since 2009 and was truly loved and respected by all who came in contact with her,' an "American Idol' spokesperson said in a statement. "Robin will remain in our hearts forever and we share our deepest sympathy with her family and friends during this difficult time.' Los Angeles police said Tuesday afternoon they arrested 22-year-old Raymond Boodarian in connection with the couple's deaths. Boodarian was allegedly burglarizing their home while the couple was away July 10. He is accused of shooting and killing Kaye and her husband when they returned and then fleeing on foot. Boodarian has not yet been assigned a public defender and could not be reached for comment. Police responded that same afternoon to reports of a burglary at the Encino home, but said in a press release there were "no signs of forced entry or trouble.' Kaye, an industry veteran, has also worked in the music departments of several other productions such as "The Singing Bee,' "Hollywood Game Night," "Lip Sync Battle,' and several Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants. Associated Press