Happy birthday! Rupert Holmes turns 78 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on February 24, 2025

The iconic and legendary singer turns 78 on Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.

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Rupert Holmes is celebrating his 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Rupert Holmes (Escape, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Holmes, a cultural icon

Born David Goldstein in Northwich on February 24, 1947, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Holmes' not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Rupert hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Rupert Holmes as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 78.

Happy Birthday, Rupert, you're the best!