Unprotected

A Memoir

By: Billy Porter

Narrated by: Billy Porter

Length: 12 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

From the incomparable Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award winner, a powerful and revealing autobiography about race, sexuality, and art.

It’s 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 performance in the celebrated TV show Pose; before he was the Tony Award-winning star of Broadway’s Kinky Boots; and before he was an acclaimed recording artist, actor, playwright, and all-around diva, Porter was a young boy who didn’t fit in. At five years old he was sent to therapy to fix his effeminacy. He was endlessly bullied at school, sexually abused by his stepfather, and came of age in a world where simply being himself was a constant struggle. 

Unprotected is the story of a singular artist in his own words. It is the story of a boy whose talent, courage, and desperate determination led him through countless hard times to where he is now; an icon whose refusal to back down in the face of adversity has made him an inspiration to millions. Porter is a multitalented, multifaceted treasure at the top of his game. A soaring, resonant story, full of new revelations, and shot through with his stunning wit, Unprotected will entertain and inspire.

©2021 Billy Porter (P)2021 Recorded Books

Outstanding and very intimate personal sharing

I full heartedly recommend listening to this book as narrated by Billy Porter. Yes he so genuinely does, Billy brings his full voice and emotion to this autobiography and even sings which is such a gift and welcome surprise when listening to the book. The best book I have listened to all year. I’ve truly enjoyed this and been inspired. Billy sprinkles his life lessons and teachings throughout the book. I found this sharing most moving…”Your service is leaning into your truth. Your authenticity. That thing you’ve been told needs to be fixed. That thing everyone told you will be your liability. You are enough, just as you are. “. Absolutely outstanding book. Highly recommend. Two thumbs up, five stars. We need an award to be presented for the narration of books. Billy would win this award, hands-down.

I didn't know his name

I hadn't heard the name Billy Porter. I don't follow Hollywood or Broadway enough to know stars but I had 3 credits so I decided to try out this book and I'm SO glad I did! He's an activist, a fighter, and a kind soul. I usually end up disliking people after reading their memoirs, but that's not the case here. I'm sure it helps that I went in with a blank slate, but my what an amazing man Billy Porter is!

I loved it

I cannot put into words how much I loved hearing your voice (Billy Porter) from the first word. I did not want the book to end. This book is transformational. I needed to hear this. This is a must read. Love is all we need...and this book. Thank you for sharing.

Amazing story teller. Love Billy even more 💕

I cried, laughed, cheered and felt so proud and inspired. Can't wait Billy is an EGOT winner!

Run don't walk...EXCELLENT

His testimony is amazing. He opens by stating that this is NOT a book about coming out. He is absolutely correct. Mr. Porter has a powerful story and I want to thank him for sharing with the world. Please get this book via audible, you absolutely MUST listen to him tell his story, listen to his passion, it will take you to another level.

WELL DANG!!!

I laughed and I cried. And I cried some more. And my heart melted. And the Christ in me grieved. I don’t want to put in any spoilers but I will say that Billy, love is all around you. Thank you for your story and for sharing. And if everyone who hears your story, doesn’t feel convicted to show love and compassion for someone who doesn’t look like them. Walk like them. Talk like them or love like them…well…they don’t belong in our orbit.

Thank you for your candor AND your flair. Thank your for being over the top and waaaaay extra. Continue to be the su amongst the stars.

#iamaChristian #JesusISlove

Love and thanks.

THIS BOOK IS EVERYTHING.so inspiring and emotional

highly recommend. AMAZING AND CAPTIVATING, from start to finish. the world loves you Billy. WERK!

Unprotected

Unbelievable- this is The BEST autobiography I have EVER listened to❤️👏❤️ Bravo and Bless you Mr. Porter- you’re a treasure and your bravery ,style, integrity and intelligence are AWESOME
Thank you for sharing yourself with us👏👏👏👏😁😁😁😁❤️❤️❤️❤️

What a journey

Billy only really entered my radar within the last five years. I am grateful he filled us all in via audiobook on whatever parts we never knew about: childhood cruelty and abuse, battles with Christianity, and resistance to love and joy. And I appreciated his honesty at every turn along his illustrious career.

Amazing

I absolutely love him and his commitment to be his true self always it’s extremely inspiring love love him

Sharing a personal journey...a gift

It would be hard to find words that other reviewers haven't share so i just thank Billy for sharing his life and all that is encompassed. xo

Excellent

Loved Billy's honesty, humour and his ability to put his heart and soul into this captivating and insightful reflection. This was my first ever audible and I'm so glad it was my first choice. Recommended as inspiration for all those people who require inspiration 👏🏿 👍🏽 ✨️

Brilliant

It feels honest, warts and all. Funny and sad. Best of all it’s read by the man himself, Billy Porter.

Superb!

Raw, honest, funny, addictive, passionate, eye opening, wonderfulness, thank you Billy Porter, a wonderful listen..

Iconic, legendary, heartbreaking, inspiring, …

I have no words good enough to express how I felt about this book. Billy is an exceptional talent and his story simultaneously shattered my heart into a million pieces and filled my soul with hope. Bravo 🙌🏼

inspiring and powerful.. authentic

Amazing reading... inspiring... so many quote worth moments and phrases that connect to the reader.

and real life moments that are reference points in time or relatable

well done Mr B Porter

Incredible, extraordinary,beautiful

What a gift to give the world Mz Billy Porter. You and your book. I thoroughly enjoyed and have recommended now to so many friends. Big luv & preach preach preach

Engaging, vulnerable and hilarious

I absolutely loved hearing this story, and it is made even better with the author narrating (and singing) it. I would recommend this to everyone. From a challenging childhood through the AIDS epidemic, breaking into broadway and his long journey to the recognition he deserves, Porter is so engaging, vulnerable and hilarious that the only disappointment was when the book ended.

Beautiful.

What a stunning story, read emotionally and perfectly. Inspiring, gutwrenching and yet so positive. WERRRK!

Amazing!

Everything about the story was beautiful and my absolute favourite thing is that Billy Porter himself read the book! No one would have done is justice!