Kim Porter’s Children Denounce Memoir Alleging Abuse by Diddy \ Newslooks \ Washington DC \ Mary Sidiqi \ Evening Edition \ Kim Porter’s children have publicly denied the authenticity of a recently published tell-all memoir alleging abuse by her longtime partner, Sean “Diddy” Combs. The book, “Kim’s Lost Words,” falsely claims to be based on Porter’s diary but has been denounced as a fabrication by her children. They expressed disappointment over the rumors and insisted their mother did not author the book.
Kim Porter’s Family Denies Memoir Quick Looks:
- Kim Porter’s children have denied that their mother wrote a tell-all memoir alleging abuse by Sean “Diddy” Combs.
- The memoir, “Kim’s Lost Words,” was published independently on Amazon and claims to be based on Porter’s personal notes and diary.
- Porter’s children—Quincy, Christian, Jessie, and D’Lila—released a statement calling the book a complete fabrication and condemned anyone claiming to represent their mother.
- The book falsely alleges foul play in Porter’s death, despite her official autopsy determining she died of natural causes in 2018.
- The author, listed as Jamal T. Millwood, has been identified as Todd Christopher Guzze, who says he was approached by people close to Porter with materials to create the book.
- Guzze claimed to act as a “voice for the voiceless” and remains open to communicating with Porter’s family.
- Porter’s children expressed sadness over the hurtful rumors and the sensationalism surrounding their mother’s tragic death.
- The book, which quickly became a bestseller on Amazon after Diddy’s recent arrest, has since dropped in rankings.
- Todd Guzze defended his work, claiming prior involvement in high-profile cases and emphasizing the validity of his sources.
- Guzze used the pseudonym “Millwood” at the request of his sources due to its alleged connection to Tupac Shakur.
Deep Look:
The children of the late Kim Porter have publicly refuted the legitimacy of a recently released memoir that claims to detail an abusive relationship between their mother and her longtime partner, Sean “Diddy” Combs. The book, titled Kim’s Lost Words: A Journey for Justice, from the Other Side…, was independently published on Amazon in early September, sparking controversy and making headlines due to its explosive and allegedly false content.
In a collective statement shared on Instagram Tuesday, Porter’s children—Quincy, Christian, Jessie, and D’Lila—denounced the book as a complete fabrication. “Claims that our mom wrote a book are simply untrue. She did not, and anyone claiming to have a manuscript is misrepresenting themselves,” they wrote. The family also made it clear that anyone claiming to speak on behalf of Kim Porter or her family is not acting in their best interests.
The book purports to be based on Porter’s personal diary and notes, with allegations of physical and sexual abuse by Combs. Its release came shortly before Combs’ recent arrest and the unsealing of an indictment against him, adding fuel to the public’s interest. The memoir alleges that Combs committed acts of violence against Porter and suggests foul play in her death, which occurred in 2018. However, Porter’s children strongly rejected the narrative, noting that her cause of death—pneumonia—was established by her autopsy and ruled to be of natural causes.
The timing of the book’s release and its rapid rise to the top of Amazon’s bestseller list has been seen by many as opportunistic, especially given the swirling rumors around Combs. Though the memoir initially reached the number one spot, it has since dropped in rankings.
The book’s author is listed as Jamal T. Millwood, a pseudonym. Rolling Stone was the first to uncover the true identity behind the alias—Todd Christopher Guzze, who goes by the name Chris Todd. Guzze is an “investigative producer, author, and journalist” with a history of working on controversial cases. In a phone interview with the Associated Press on Wednesday, Guzze claimed that he was approached by individuals “very close to Kim and Sean Combs” who provided him with “a flash drive, documents, and tapes” from Porter, which he used to create the memoir.
According to Guzze, after investigating the materials and consulting private investigators, he concluded that the information was authentic and decided to publish the memoir to give Porter a voice. Guzze defended his decision, stating, “I am a voice for the voiceless” and encouraged skeptics to research his work. Guzze’s YouTube channel, Chris Todd-Investigates, features various podcast episodes and content on high-profile cases, including theories about O.J. Simpson and the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. He emphasized that working on sensitive cases is not new territory for him, saying, “It’s not my first rodeo.”
Despite his defense, Guzze’s work has faced widespread criticism from Porter’s family and fans alike. The book is riddled with errors and typos, further casting doubt on its credibility. Moreover, the family’s statement emphasized their sadness over the spectacle that has been made of their mother’s passing. They made it clear that their mother’s cause of death has been firmly established and that the allegations of foul play are completely unfounded. “We are deeply saddened that the world has made a spectacle of what has been the most tragic event of our lives,” the statement read.
As for the pseudonym “Jamal T. Millwood,” Guzze revealed that his sources specifically requested he use the name due to its supposed connection to conspiracy theories about rapper Tupac Shakur. Some believe Shakur faked his death in 1996 and adopted the Millwood alias. Guzze claims that the choice of pseudonym was intentional, based on his sources’ preferences and their ties to Shakur’s case.
Though Guzze expressed sympathy for Porter’s children, saying that his “door is open” if they wish to communicate with him, his involvement in the book’s creation continues to draw skepticism. As the controversy surrounding the memoir grows, it remains unclear whether further legal action will be taken to prevent the sale of the book or if the family will pursue further public statements.
In the wake of Combs’ recent legal issues and the memoir’s claims, public interest in Porter’s life and her relationship with Combs has surged. Yet, Porter’s children remain steadfast in their desire to preserve their mother’s memory and reject the sensationalized portrayal of her life and death.
