Rupert: Just Being Me

Have you wondered how Rupert, star of the CBS Television Series Survivor, became so loved and successful? It all started long, long ago…..

Rupert: Just Being Me is the true story of Rupert Boneham. You’ll be mesmerized by his life and how it so closely reflects his time "on the island." Rupert grew up in Central Indiana and always had a love for nature. From his time as a young child to his early years as an adult, Rupert has seen the ups and downs of life. Those experiences are what shaped Rupert’s character, making him the fan favorite on Survivor: All-Stars. After being voted off the show, Rupert garnered 38 million votes, making him the most popular player in the history of the show!

Rupert wasn’t done after leaving the island. Long before he was on TV, Rupert Boneham had made a commitment to help underprivileged teens in his community. His stardom helped him to further fund his not-for-profit group, Rupert’s Kids, where the mission is "to empower youth to discover their inner strengths, and to realize their own self worth and their value to society."

Rupert continues to have a presence on TV with guest appearances on The Early Show, Regis and Kelly, and The Damon Waynes Show. Rupert, along with writer Lester Thomas Shane will tell his story in a compelling way that make you long for more.

Rupert Boneham was born near Detroit, Michigan and grew up in Kokomo, Indiana. Rupert has wanted to write a book about his life and experiences for a number of years, especially after seeing the impact he had on his fans during his two seasons on the CBS TV show Survivor. Rupert tells his story to accomplished writer Lester Thomas Shane who draws on his theatrical background to put Rupert’s story to paper.

Lester Thomas Shane is an accomplished writer of books, screenplays, TV shows, and theater. Having written for A&E TV’s Biography Series, Discovery TV, and AMC TV. Mr. Shane understands the delicate process of telling the story of a celebrity. Mr. Shane has also written columns for My Weekly Reader, and A&E Monthly Magazine. He has directed over 30 theatrical productions and has performed in numerous plays as an actor.

Mr. Shane spends his days teaching speech and theater classes in New York City and is a member of the Bernard Shaw Society and the Mystery Writers of America.