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what was Truman Capote's celebrity status?
Truman Capote was a literary celebrity superstar with crossover fame.
What did Random house do?
Random House published Truman Capote's writings.
how did Truman Capote become a celebrity icon?
Truman Garcia Capote was an American novelist, short story writer, screenwriter, playwright, and actor. He began his professional career writing short stories.

Question: was he involved in any charities?
Self-contained rewrite: was Truman Capote involved in any charities?