JT Leroy

The enigmatic persona of JT Leroy, purported author of the semi-autobiographical ‘The Heart is Deceitful Above all Things,’ was unveiled as a literary fabrication. Created by Laura Albert, the character was personified by Savannah Knoop, Laura’s sister-in-law, in a complex literary hoax.

This revelation peeled back layers of deception, highlighting the blurred lines between reality and fiction in the world of literature. Despite the controversy, the JT Leroy saga remains a testament to the power of storytelling and the complexities of identity.