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Idol Honors Murdered Music Supervisor Robin Kaye
27 Jan
Summary
- Music supervisor Robin Kaye was tragically murdered in July 2025.
- Her murder, along with her husband's, was allegedly random.
- American Idol season 9 (season 24) is dedicated to her memory.
American Idol season 9, also known as season 24 overall, premiered on January 26, 2026, and is available for streaming on Hulu starting January 27. The show's return features a dedication to Robin Kaye, its former music supervisor, who was murdered in July 2025.
Kaye and her husband, Thomas Decula, were victims of a homicide allegedly committed by Raymond Boodarian. Police discovered the couple four days after the incident. The LAPD later revealed that the killings were random, and the victims were not targeted.
Robin Kaye was an integral part of the American Idol team, having started in 2009 and contributed to over 300 episodes. Her dedication in the current season serves as an honor for her decade-long contribution to the show and the wider music industry.
