Pets Survive in Shocking ‘American Idol’ Supervisor Murder
Another day, another grim reminder that reality out-horrors any script. In a tragic turn for Tinseltown, “American Idol” music supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband Thomas Deluca were found shot to death in their Los Angeles home last week, yet three members of their household—an energetic white pup, a tortoise and a colorful parrot—emerged unscathed from the carnage, law enforcement tells TMZ and the LAPD.
Kaye, who has overseen high-profile performances on the hit singing competition for over a decade, and Deluca returned Thursday evening to their residence after work, only to encounter intruder Raymond Boodarian, 22, hiding inside. According to Los Angeles Police Department Lieutenant Guy Golan, the couple confronted Boodarian, leading to a struggle and ultimately the deadly gunfire. Neighbors reported hearing raised voices and possible shots, but authorities were not alerted until Monday when a welfare check uncovered pools of blood outside the property and the grisly scene inside.
While human tragedy dominated headlines, sources confirm the household pets were miraculously untouched. The trio—a small white dog rescued from a shelter, a pet tortoise named Franklin and a talkative parrot called Mango—were discovered alive in a back bedroom. Friends and family immediately took charge of the animals’ care, ensuring they avoid further trauma, according to our law enforcement contacts.
Investigators recovered a handgun at the scene, though testing is ongoing to see whether it belongs to the victims or the suspect. Cops stress there is no independent proof the weapon matched the couple’s firearm, solidifying the theory that it was Boodarian’s. Surveillance footage from nearby cameras captured a figure matching Boodarian’s height and build entering the home before the shooting, and fingerprints at the site helped confirm his identity. Arrest photos show a heavy police turnout surrounding Boodarian as officers cuffed him Tuesday evening.
Boodarian now faces two counts of homicide and burglary charges. His arraignment is scheduled for later this month, and court documents will reveal whether he plans to plead guilt or contest the evidence. Meanwhile, neighbors remain on edge, trading whispered theories about motive and worried about copycats in this quiet residential enclave.
The ordeal has left a grieving family community searching for answers: Was this a burglary gone wrong or something more sinister? As the LAPD continues to comb through forensic clues and digital trails, one thing is clear—only the pets walked away from this nightmare. That unexpected detail offers a sliver of solace amid the devastation.
We’ll keep tabs on the court filings, forensic reports and any new statements from the LAPD. For now, the animals adapt to a new temporary home and investigators piece together a timeline of fear and violence. And that’s today’s dose of reality. You’re welcome.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, Los Angeles Police Department
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