David Goldstein, aka Rupert Holmes, went on to become a playright of fame after his musical hits of “Escape (The Pina Colada Song)” and “Him”.

He is also known for his musicals, “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” which earned him two Tony Awards and “Curtains”, and for his television series “Remember WENN”.

Holmes also wrote the book of the musical “First Wives Club”, adapted from the film of the same name.

He later adapted the John Grisham novel and film of a “A time to kill” for the stage.

His next novel, “The McMaster Guide to Homicide: Murder your Employer” is scheduled for release this year.