A wave of shock has swept through the entertainment industry following the tragic deaths of Robin Kaye, a respected executive on American Idol, and her husband, Thomas. The couple was found dead inside their Los Angeles home, and police are treating the case as a double homicide.
Robin Kaye, 70, who worked for years as a music supervisor on American Idol and several other major shows, was discovered alongside her husband during a welfare check conducted by police. Both victims had suffered fatal gunshot wounds.
Investigators from the Los Angeles Police Department revealed that the couple had just returned to their home on July 10 when they were allegedly ambushed and killed. Authorities have arrested a 22-year-old man, Raymond Boodarian, in connection with the case. He is believed to have broken into their home while they were away and waited for their return. Detectives noted there were no visible signs of forced entry or struggle at the scene.
Robin Kaye was widely known and respected across the television industry, with production credits on hit shows like Lip Sync Battle, The Singing Bee, and multiple Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants.
A spokesperson for American Idol described Kaye as a cherished part of the team, stating, “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 extend our deepest sympathies to her family and friends during this heartbreaking time.”
The investigation remains ongoing as police work to uncover the full details behind the crime.
