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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.
was Truman Capote involved in any charities?
The Truman Capote Literary Trust is an American charitable trust established in 1994 by Truman Capote's literary executor, Alan U. Schwartz, pursuant to Capote's will.
did Truman Capote support any causes?
The Truman Capote Literary Trust supports acadameia, literary criticism, and creative writing.
who was Truman Capote married to?
Truman Capote spent the majority of his life until his death partnered to Jack Dunphy, a fellow writer.

Question: how did the public feel about his gayness?
Self-contained rewrite: how did the public feel about Truman Capote's gayness?