A candlelight vigil honors Robin Kaye and Thomas Deluca outside their Hollywood Hills home on July 15, 2025, following their tragic deaths in a double homicide.
It was an early morning sun on the 14th of July in the year 2025, and the Los Angeles neighbourhood in the Hollywood Hills had just witnessed a horrifying crime that an entire community and law enforcers are yet to digest. Another American model was Robin Kaye, a reputable production supervisor of American Idol, who was reported dead with her husband, Thomas Deluca, in their house on Mulholland Drive after a welfare call on behalf of the Los Angeles Police Department. Raymond Boodarian a 22-year-old was arrested in the killings that have shocked the entertainment world and left people wondering about safety in one of the wealthiest areas in the city.
A Deathly Affair
A tragedy occurred after the neighbors, who had not seen the couple for several days, raised an alarm and contacted the authorities. On July 14, around 10 a.m., police went to the contemporary hillside residence of the couple only to find a scene of violence. Both Kaye 45 and Deluca 47 had already been dead for at least four days, with initial results indicating that they were being targeted in a premeditated attack. Later, the Los Angeles County coroner’s office confirmed that the couple had been killed due to multiple gunshot wounds. Still, the exact details of the circumstances are under wraps as the investigation is in progress.
A household horror discovery shocked the community in Hollywood Hills, a tightly knit community where large properties and beautiful scenery surround homes to help avoid the realities of the gritty city. We treat this as a sanctuary where people visit to feel secure,” said a neighbor, who asked to remain anonymous. I never thought it could happen here, as I find it terrifying. Their loss was devastating because the two were popular, easygoing, and active members of the neighborhood, participating in various charity activities.
The suspect, Boodaria, was later arrested that day, following a tip that led police to a nearby apartment complex. The authorities have given no motive, but other accounts speculating on the reasons cite that the suspect might have had some personal association with the couple, although the relationship between the two parties is unclear. Boodarian, a first-time criminal offender in Los Angeles County, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder and has no bail. His arraignment on July 21st will likely shed light on this case.
A Mourning Community
The death of Robin Kaye has been deeply felt in the entertainment industry, where she had been a staple for almost twenty years. As a production supervisor for American Idol, she made a significant contribution to the behind-the-scenes work, earning high praise for her professionalism and kindness. Her co-workers have likened her to a mentor who appeared to calm the tense environment of a TV production house. A retired colleague told the press that Robin was the core of the team. She made each person feel appreciated, whether an intern or an executive.
Thomas Deluca was a graphic designer and a small businessman who was popular in equal measure with his creative mind and silent giving nature. Friends remembered him as an art lover and how he would often conduct spontaneous barbecues with his neighbors. The wife and husband had been married for 12 years and had no children, but they were known for their affection for their rescue dogs, which appeared to be unharmed at the scene and are currently in the custody of relatives.
Condolences have been flooding social networks as workmates and friends remember the affection and humor of the couple. A candlelight vigil by the American Idol crew drew dozens to an area park outside the studio lot, with tearful speeches underscoring their collective grief. One of them said he was the type of individual who made the world a better place. This is not real, I tell myself.
Points of Doubt and Driving Force
The two murders have spiritually resurrected the topics of violence in Los Angeles: a city that experienced an overall increase in violent crime by 10 percent in 2025 as compared to the same period a year ago, based on the LAPD figures. Although the Hollywood Hills is regarded as one of the safer enclaves, the case has prompted a request to increase police patrols in the area and to establish a neighborhood watch. Residents in the more affluent districts complain about poor enforcement, which may lead to complacency due to the low crime rates.
Investigations are still underway, with authorities reviewing digital records, including surveillance footage from the couple’s house and other adjacent properties. LAPD has been able to confirm that the attack does not seem a random affair but they have asked people to share any information that they may have about the movements of Boodarian days before the crime. A tip line has also done dozens of calls, which demonstrate the enthusiasm of the population for the realization of justice.
The reason behind it has been speculated to be either a personal vendetta or a robbery gone wrong; however, police have denied the initial reports of a burglary, as valuables in the home were left unviolated. The case has also been compared to other Los Angeles celebrity crimes where the rich and famous happen to be targeted for violence.
A City Hunts Solutions
As Los Angeles struggles with the loss of two of its members, the investigation to get to the bottom of the killings is still in the spotlight. As the entertainment world continues to cope with the losses, the industry has stepped up to support the families of the two lovebirds, with celebrities coming forward in large numbers to contribute towards a scholarship fund in Kaye’s name. This fund will support aspiring television professionals who hope to follow in their footsteps. At least temporarily, the city is waiting, holding its breath, trying to find answers in a case that has ruined the sense of security in one of Montreal’s most famous locations.
Turning to the tragedy on Mulholland Drive, the lesson we can learn is that no place is violence-free and that it might hit you at any time or at any place, leaving you with grief and a strong will to avenge the death.
