Al B. Sure! sends cease-and-desist to Amazon over Kim Porter’s memoir

Al demands a public apology for the defamatory statements in the book
Al B. Sure!
Al B. Sure! at the New York Stock Exchange. (Photo credit: Rashad Milligan for rolling out)

The recent release of Kim Porter’s posthumous memoir, titled Kim’s Lost Words, has ignited a firestorm of controversy, particularly due to its sensational claims about several high-profile celebrities, including Sean “Diddy” Combs. The fallout from this memoir has led to Al B. Sure!, Porter’s ex-partner, taking significant legal action against the book’s publication.


Al B. Sure! responds with cease-and-desist

According to reports from Page Six, Al B. Sure! has sent a cease-and-desist letter to both Amazon and the book’s publisher. His attorney, Robert J. Hantman, claims that the memoir contains false and malicious statements that have defamed Al B. Sure!’s character.


The cease-and-desist letter outlines that the memoir misrepresents Al’s personal life and fabricates serious accusations regarding his sexual behavior. Al B. Sure! has demanded a public apology, stating that it must be “clear, unequivocal and widely circulated.” He described the allegations as a disgusting, heinous lie.

Shocking allegations in the memoir

Porter’s memoir has made headlines for its shocking allegations, claiming that numerous celebrities, including Al B. Sure!, Jay-Z, Will Smith, Clive Davis, Mary J. Blige, Faith Evans and Jamie Foxx, engaged in sexual activities with Diddy. Additionally, it alleges that Diddy made sexual advances towards the late rapper Tupac Shakur and that Porter discovered tapes of Diddy’s sexual encounters, leading to confrontations between the couple.


Despite the serious nature of these claims, the memoir has gained popularity, becoming a bestseller. This has fueled ongoing media speculation surrounding Diddy and various conspiracy theories about his alleged misconduct.

Family and friends speak out

In light of the memoir’s release, family members and close friends of Kim Porter, including her children with Diddy, have publicly stated that the memoir is not true. Their statements aim to clarify the narrative surrounding Porter’s life and relationships, emphasizing that the sensationalized claims do not reflect reality.

The controversy surrounding the memoir has not only drawn attention to the allegations against Diddy but has also sparked discussions about the ethics of posthumous publications and the impact they can have on the lives of those left behind.

The broader impact of Kim Porter’s memoir

As the media continues to cover the fallout from Kim’s Lost Words, it raises important questions about the responsibility of authors and publishers in portraying the lives of public figures, especially after their passing. The sensational nature of the claims has led to a broader conversation about the implications of such narratives on the reputations and legacies of those involved.

Moreover, the legal actions taken by Al B. Sure! highlight the potential consequences of defamatory statements in memoirs and the importance of verifying claims before publication. The ongoing developments in this case will likely continue to attract media attention and public interest.

As Al B. Sure! seeks legal recourse, the implications of this memoir extend beyond individual reputations, touching on broader themes of truth, legacy and accountability in the world of celebrity culture. It is crucial for readers and fans to critically engage with the narratives presented and consider the real-life implications of the stories being told.

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