Los Angeles, CA – Robin Kaye, an award-winning music supervisor for the hit show American Idol, and her husband, Thomas Deluca, were found brutally murdered in their $5 million mansion in Encino on Monday. Both victims, aged 70, had been shot in the head, authorities confirmed.
Officers Discover the Victims During Welfare Check
The Los Angeles Police Department was called to the couple’s six-bedroom home for a welfare check after family and neighbors had not heard from them for four days. When officers arrived at the property, they discovered the gruesome scene: Kaye and Deluca were dead from gunshot wounds. The officers noticed blood at the front entrance before breaking through a window to enter the home, as reported by TMZ.
The deaths are being investigated as a double homicide, and LAPD officials are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Previous Break-In Attempt at the Home
Interestingly, authorities had been called to the couple’s mansion just a few days earlier, on Thursday, when neighbors reported seeing someone allegedly trying to break into the house. According to reports, the suspect was spotted hopping a fence, possibly armed. The police responded to the scene but did not find any signs of forced entry at that time.
The welfare check came after concerned neighbors and family members had not been able to contact Kaye and Deluca for several days, leading to the discovery of their tragic deaths.
Robin Kaye’s Legacy in the Music Industry
Robin Kaye had an extensive and successful career as a music supervisor, working on American Idol for the last 15 seasons. Over the years, she received several Guild of Music Supervisors Awards for her outstanding work on the show.
In addition to her work on American Idol, Kaye also contributed her expertise to other well-known productions, including Lip Sync Battle, Hollywood Game Night, and Worn Stories. Her impact on the music and television industry has been profound, and her colleagues and fans remember her fondly.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities continue to investigate the murders, seeking more details about the events leading up to the couple’s deaths. It remains unclear whether the break-in attempt and the murder are related or if there was a connection between the suspect and the victims.
Community Shocked by Tragic Loss
Kaye’s death has sent shockwaves through the entertainment community, especially within the music supervisor industry, where she was well-respected and beloved for her contributions to some of the biggest shows on television.
Neighbors and friends of the couple are still trying to process the horrific events, with many expressing their disbelief over the senseless loss. Kaye’s passing, along with the loss of her husband, has left the community in mourning.
