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Unprotected: A Memoir | Billy Porter
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From the incomparable Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award winner, a powerful and revealing autobiography about race, sexuality, art, and healing Its easy to be yourself when who and what you are is in vogue. But growing up Black and gay in America has never been easy. Before Billy Porter was slaying red carpets and giving an iconic Emmy-winning performance in the celebrated TV show Pose; before he was the groundbreaking Tony and Grammy Award-winning star of Broadways Kinky Boots; and before he was an acclaimed recording artist, actor, playwright, director, and all-around legend, Porter was a young boy in Pittsburgh who was seen as different, who didnt fit in. At five years old, Porter was sent to therapy to fix his effeminacy. He was endlessly bullied at school, sexually abused by his stepfather, and criticized at his church. Porter came of age in a world where simply being himself was a constant struggle. Billy Porters Unprotected is the life story of a singular artist and survivor in his own words. It is the story of a boy whose talent and courage opened doors for him, but only a crack. It is the story of a teenager discovering himself, learning his voice and his craft amidst deep trauma. And it is the story of a young man whose unbreakable determination led him through countless hard times to where he is now; a proud icon who refuses to back down or hide. Porter is a multitalented, multifaceted treasure at the top of his game, and Unprotected is a resonant, inspirational story of trauma and healing, shot through with his singular voice.
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jploves2read
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This book was EVERYTHING. Porter takes us from early years, to present day with moments of reflection in between. It entices the reader to savor and devour simultaneously. Highly recommend!

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BookDee
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Listened to the audiobook ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I loved it even thought some part were sad. Billy porter is a great narator. 12 hours well spent.

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JackOBotts
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I was fortunate to be in the audience when Billy Porter spoke to a bunch of us high school/college folks at the 2022 NACAC conference in Houston last month. Naturally, I grabbed his memoir after returning home. What a phenomenal human, with incredible perseverance throughout his amazing career. He was inspiring, funny, empowering. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #jobperks

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ElleMNOpe
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A stunningly fantastic memoir written by a very charismatic & strong individual. Billy Porter has been through so much & has persevered so many times through challenging circumstances. I was so incredibly impressed by his resilience & the strength of his character. Porter is an absolutely inspiring individual & his memoir is a must read. The audiobook was also particularly fantastic, as his personality absolutely shines through his narration.

Nutmegnc I love him!! 2y
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stevesbookstuf1
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Wow! Like everything Billy Porter does, his memoir is over the top and fantastic! The audiobook is definitely the way to go on this one - it's narrated by the man himself in an authentic and inspirational tour de force performance. If you are at all a fan of the Tony, Grammy and Emmy winning performer you will love this!

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JenReadsAlot
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Very open and honest.

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amma-keep-reading
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Wow. Unfiltered and Authentic.

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bookish_wookish
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I forgot i put this on hold but it was before his rant about Harry Styles wearing dresses.

Nobody talks shit about my Harry!!

Im still going to try and read it but im not making any promises!

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peaKnit
Unprotected: A Memoir | Billy Porter
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Oh this man has a penchant for drama! It‘s his signature. I enjoyed this glimpse into his life. He truly is a survivor.

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jackilynn
Unprotected: A Memoir | Billy Porter
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I absolutely adore Billy!! 😍

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jackilynn
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"You're flawed and that's ok. Flaws make us human. Flaws give us grace."

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actualdisneyprincess
Unprotected: A Memoir | Billy Porter
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I love Billy so much. 😭 How lucky the world is to have him. #unprotected #memoir #billyporter