# Man Unfit for Murder Trial After American Idol Exec Death

> Judge rules Raymond Boodarian unfit to stand trial for killing American Idol exec Robin Kaye and husband.
- Title: Man Unfit for Murder Trial After American Idol Exec Death
- Summary: Judge rules Raymond Boodarian unfit to stand trial for killing American Idol exec Robin Kaye and husband. Raymond Boodarian remains mentally unfit to stand…
- Keywords: raymond boodarian, robin kaye, thomas deluca, los angeles, patton state hospital, mental health court, involuntary medication, burglary, murder charge, death penalty, Man, Unfit
- Source: Rolling Stone — https://rollingstone.com/music/music-news/american-idol-exec-robin-kay-husband-murders-mental-health-1235629886
- Author: Nancy Dillon
- Published: 2026-09-22T19:33:41+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: raymond boodarian, robin kaye, thomas deluca, los angeles, patton state hospital, mental health court, involuntary medication, burglary, murder charge, death penalty
## Murder Charge
Raymond Boodarian charged with murdering Robin Kaye and husband Thomas Deluca.

> The defendant is ordered retained and treated. The maximum commitment date remains Dec. 19, 2027.
## Unfit for Trial
Judge rules Boodarian mentally unfit to stand trial after eight months in hospital.

> He does have severe mental health issues
## Hospital Commitment
Boodarian committed to Patton State Hospital since January 2025.

> The previous (involuntary) medication order issued remains in full force and effect
## Alleged Burglary
Police say Boodarian burglarized Kaye's home on July 10, 2025.

> The 911 caller then stated, 'Please don't shoot me.'
## Surveillance Footage
Footage shows Boodarian climbing fence at 4:06 p.m. with gun.

> The suspect was captured on video leaving the property while concealing a handgun
## Next Hearing
Boodarian's next mental health hearing is March 22, 2027.

> The defendant is ordered retained and treated
## Key takeaway

Raymond Boodarian remains mentally unfit to stand trial for murdering Robin Kaye and her husband in Los Angeles home burglary.