Los Angeles, CA — The entertainment world is reeling after the shocking discovery of American Idol music supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband, Thomas Deluca, both 70, dead inside their upscale Encino home on Sunday, July 14. Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officials have confirmed that the couple was found with fatal gunshot wounds in what investigators are now treating as a double homicide.

The grim discovery was made just after 10:15 a.m. following a welfare check requested by a close friend of the couple who had not heard from them for several days. LAPD officers forced entry into the residence on Hayvenhurst Avenue, where they found both victims in an upstairs bedroom.

“There were no signs of forced entry or struggle,” said LAPD Homicide Detective Raul Menendez during a press briefing Monday. “We believe the victims may have known their assailant, or that the crime was meticulously planned.”

A firearm was recovered near the scene, but officials have not confirmed whether it was used in the crime. Investigators are also reviewing neighborhood security footage and have begun interviewing friends, former colleagues, and nearby residents. Authorities say no suspects have been publicly named, and no arrests have been made.

Robin Kaye, who joined American Idol in 2009, was widely known and respected in the music and television industry. Over her 15-year tenure with the show, she played a key role in mentoring young talent and curating live performances behind the scenes.

“We are devastated to hear of Robin and her dear husband Tom’s passing,” a spokesperson for American Idol said in a statement to Fox News Digital. “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.”

Neighbors described the couple as private but friendly. “They were always kind, always together,” said longtime neighbor Dr. Elaine Morris. “Robin loved to garden, and Tom was always out walking their dog. We can’t imagine who would do something like this.”

SHOCKING DETAILS EMERGE
Sources close to the investigation, speaking on condition of anonymity, revealed that the scene inside the home was “disturbing” and “unusually methodical.” One source described the layout of the crime scene as “cold and deliberate,” with no signs of a break-in, and added that certain electronics and personal items were missing—leading investigators to consider the possibility of a staged robbery.

Unconfirmed reports also suggest there may have been signs of surveillance equipment tampering, raising questions about whether the couple had been watched or targeted prior to their deaths.

The couple had no children and are survived by extended family on the East Coast. Kaye, originally from New York, had a storied career in television production and music coordination. Deluca, a retired video editor, had worked on numerous crime and procedural shows in the 1990s and early 2000s.

MOURNING IN HOLLYWOOD
Tributes have poured in from across the entertainment industry, with former Idol contestants, producers, and music professionals expressing grief and disbelief.

“Robin was a quiet force of brilliance,” said Emmy-winning producer Lila Ramos. “She didn’t need the spotlight—she created it for others. To know her was to love her.”

Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through L.A. Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

Timeline of Events:

Friday, July 12 – Kaye and Deluca last seen by neighbors.
Saturday, July 13 – Missed scheduled call with a friend.
Sunday, July 14 – Police conduct welfare check and discover bodies.
Monday, July 15 – LAPD declares the case a suspected double homicide.
Tuesday, July 16 – Investigation continues, no arrests made.

This is a developing story. More details will be reported as they become available.