Homocide at Rough Point. The explosive book reveals how the billionaire heiress Doris Duke got away with causing the 1966 death of Eduardo Tirella — a gay war hero, interior designer, art curator, and Hollywood set designer — at her Rough Point estate in Newport.A runaway bestseller in the state, Homocide at Rough Point, the story continues to captivate audiences and Lance, who spent years researching the story, will lead guests through the twisted tale, beginning June 30, from 5:00 P.M.