Olivia Newton-John's stagehand shot dead by his wife after 'cheating' claims
Olivia Newton-John's stagehand was shot dead by his wife at their home in Nashville.
Christine Ann Roberts, 72, has been charged with criminal homicide for allegedly fatally shooting her husband Thomas Roberts, 68.
The shooting happened on the front porch oftheir home in Nashville, Tennessee, and Thomas died of a single gunshot wound to his chest, according to Metropolitan Nashville Police Department.
Officers responded to a call at 8pm on the night of the incident and according to police, encountered Christine, who said she'd shot her husband because he had cheated on her.
The police department said that a pistol was recovered and that a judicial commissioner set bond for Christine at $100,000 (around £78,000).
Randy Travis (left) has paid tribute to his former colleague Thom Roberts (right), pictured in 2019, who has died (Instagram.com/tr_lighting)Thomas was a lighting technician who previously worked for Olivia Newton-John and Randy Travis.
Randy paid tribute to his former colleague in a post on Facebook this week, writing following news of his passing: "The stage has gone dim with the passing of Thom Roberts.
"For many years, the Randy Travis band and crew had the opportunity to share the winding roads and the beautiful venues with one of the very best stage lighting technicians in the business."
According to police, Christine Ann Roberts has been charged with criminal homicide for allegedly fatally shooting her husband (nashville.gov)
Randy paid tribute to his former colleague in a post on social media recently (WireImage)Randy continued: "Thom not only had a magical sense about lighting a stage; but, he had a quiet, charismatic presence that ignited your soul. Always willing, with a 'can do' and 'happy to do it' attitude.
"He was a gentle giant of a man that wore a constant smile on his face and carried a song in his heart. One would search a lifetime to find a kinder, gentler spirit. Thom was my friend and I loved him dearly.
"As we go back out next week, for the 'More Life' tour of Randy Travis, the music will not be near as sweet; but, I will once again be reminded of the blessing I was given to have Thom Roberts on the road with us for so many miles, and so many memories."
Thom, believed to be photographed with his wife, had worked as a lighting technician for Randy (Facebook)Randy added: "It certainly won't be the same; and, I know I speak for the entire band and crew when I say the light that he truly created, in our hearts, will never be extinguished or forgotten.
"Tonight, I will look toward heaven and am sure I will see flashes of Thom's handiwork in the night sky - letting us know he is home, and all is well."
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