HOLLYWOOD DOUBLE HOMICIDE: ‘American Idol’ Producer and Husband Gunned Down in $5M Encino Estate

UPDATE: Arrest made in shooting deaths of ‘American Idol’ supervisor and her husband inside Encino home.

REPORT: “American Idol” supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband, Thomas Deluca, were reportedly found dead in their Encino home. Police said the couple may have been shot to death.

Deputies responding to a welfare check reportedly discovered the longtime TV music guru and her realtor husband shot dead in separate rooms—detectives are saidcto be scouring security video and probing a possible break-in days earlier.

A routine check at a gated home on White Oak Place, Encino, turned grisly around 2:30 p.m. Monday when LAPD officers spotted blood at the door, smashed a window, and found a man and woman lifeless inside. The pair, identified by multiple outlets as the show’s veteran music supervisor and her husband, both suffered apparent gunshot wounds to the head. No suspect or motive has been announced, but neighbors say officers were called to the same address four days earlier after someone was seen hopping a fence.

Officials reportedly urge anyone with exterior camera footage from July 10–15 to contact Valley Bureau Homicide; anonymous tips may earn a cash reward.

Key Details

• Time-line
  • July 10 (eve): Neighbor reports intruder climbing fence.
  • July 15, 2:30 p.m.: Family reportedly requests welfare check; officers force entry, discover two bodies.
• Victims
  • Long-time TV music supervisor (worked 15 seasons on vocal-competition juggernaut).
  • Spouse, well-known local realtor.
• Scene Evidence
  • Glass sliding door shattered.
  • Blood visible at entry; victims in separate rooms.
• Investigation
  • According to media reports, LAPD Valley Bureau Homicide and K-9 units canvassed yard, trees, and dumpsters for ballistics and DNA.
  • Detectives reviewing neighborhood video and prior burglary call logs.

Neighborhood Safety Tips

• Reinforce sliders: Add security film and patio-bar locks.
• Upgrade cams: Ensure front, rear, and side yards have motion-activated coverage.
• Report fence-jumpers immediately: Write down incident numbers.
• Form text chains: Share real-time alerts with close neighbors.
• Schedule vacant-house checks: Ask LAPD for “vacation watch” when traveling.

For More Information

• FOX 11 Los Angeles: On-scene report & neighbor interviews — Watch here
• Deadline: Industry reaction and career highlights — Read article

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