Rupert Holmes is a British-born American dramatist and author who was born on February 24, 1947, in Northwich, Cheshire, England. He began his career as a composer, singer-songwriter, and music producer, achieving widespread recognition with the hit singles "Escape" in 1979 and "Him" in 1980. Beyond his music career, Holmes has established himself as a significant figure in theatre and literature. He is best known for his musical The Mystery of Edwin Drood, which earned him two Tony Awards. He also created the musical Curtains and developed the television series Remember WENN. Holmes has additionally worked as a novelist, with Murder Your Employer: The McMasters Guide to Homicide among his published works. His career spans multiple creative disciplines, reflecting his versatility as a writer and performer across music, theatre, television, and literature.