Sir Salman Rushdie said in an interview just weeks ago that he had a “relatively normal” life before he was stabbed on stage - as well-wishes poured in for the injured author.
A man suspected of attacking the acclaimed novelist has today been charged with attempted murder and assault.
County District Attorney Jason Schmidt said in a statement: "The individual responsible for the attack yesterday, Hadi Mattar, has now been formally charged with Attempted Murder in the Second Degree and Assault in the Second Degree.