{"id":12035,"date":"2024-10-08T17:11:49","date_gmt":"2024-10-09T00:11:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/?p=12035"},"modified":"2024-10-08T17:12:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-09T00:12:09","slug":"al-b-sure-receives-award-in-first-appearance-post-kim-porter-probe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/2024\/10\/al-b-sure-receives-award-in-first-appearance-post-kim-porter-probe\/","title":{"rendered":"Al B. Sure! receives award in first appearance post Kim Porter probe"},"content":{"rendered":"
Breaking barriers in health equity<\/strong><\/p>\n R&B legend Al B. Sure!, born Albert Brown, made a triumphant return to the spotlight at the American Lung Federation\u2019s annual fundraising gala. Not only was he honored for his substantial contributions to health equity, but this event marked his first major appearance since his bold calls for an investigation into the death of his ex-partner, Kim Porter.<\/p>\n Brown’s words resonated deeply as he accepted the Transplant Trailblazer Award<\/strong>, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and hope. “Being a trailblazer isn\u2019t about the fame or fortune,” he passionately declared to the Manhattan crowd. “It\u2019s about walking a path uncertain, filled with hope and conviction, knowing that the work y\u2019all do will make a difference to those who come after us. Health, to me, is the new wealth.”<\/p>\n The evening also allowed Brown to touch upon his own health battles. In 2022, he faced a series of serious illnesses, leading to a 38-day stint on a ventilator and months in a coma. His near-death experience has fueled his advocacy for transplant patients worldwide. “I decided to fight, to advocate for all transplant patients around the world,” he told the crowd. His dedication is evident through the establishment of the Health Equity in Transplantation Coalition, which aims to dismantle barriers in accessing crucial non-invasive blood tests for early organ rejection signs.<\/p>\n Brown’s recent activity on social media has heightened public interest. In a detailed Instagram post, he demanded an investigation into Kim Porter’s death, which had been ruled as natural causes due to lobar pneumonia by the medical examiner. Brown controversially referred to her demise as a \u201ctragic murder,” suggesting it might be linked to a tell-all book she allegedly planned about her tumultuous relationship with Sean \u201cDiddy\u201d Combs. <\/p>\n Porter, who shared three children with Brown and later dated Combs on and off until her death in 2018, has been at the center of speculation. Brown’s Instagram post claimed that Porter’s manuscript, recently removed from Amazon, was fake and underscored his plea for an FBI investigation. Combs, currently incarcerated on charges including sex trafficking and racketeering, has denied all allegations.<\/p>\n During his emotional speech, Brown humorously alluded to his Instagram post’s media coverage and even mentioned the presence of Homeland Security at the event. Whether a lighthearted remark or a nod to the evening’s security, it underscored the intense scrutiny he has faced.<\/p>\n Amidst the evening’s heavy topics, Brown revealed exciting news: his upcoming memoir, Before Coma, After Coma: The Al B. Sure Story<\/em>. This personal account promises to delve into his extraordinary journey through fame, health crises, and advocacy.<\/p>\n The gala highlighted Brown’s partnership with prominent figures like Rev. Al Sharpton and acknowledged his commitment to ensuring equitable healthcare access, particularly in underserved communities. The work of the Health Equity in Transplantation Coalition is crucial in pushing for restored Medicare coverage for vital blood tests, which can preclude the necessity for invasive biopsies.<\/p>\n Al B. Sure!\u2019s presence at the American Lung Federation\u2019s gala was more than a return to the public eye; it was a powerful statement of resilience, advocacy, and a call for justice. His journey from the heights of ’90s music stardom to his recent health struggles and relentless pursuit of equity in healthcare resonates as a testament to his enduring spirit.<\/p>\n Did you enjoy this article? Share it on your social channels and let us know your thoughts!<\/p>\n Don\u2019t miss out on the latest updates! Follow us on social media to stay informed about the newest releases.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Al B. Sure! made a powerful return to the public eye, accepting an award for his health equity efforts at the American Lung Federation gala. This marks his first appearance since calling for an investigation into Kim Porter’s death, linking her untimely demise to ongoing scandals<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":12037,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12035","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12035","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12035"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12035\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12037"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12035"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12035"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/movieetv.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12035"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}A moment of triumph<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A long road to recovery<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A call for justice<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The ongoing legal intricacies<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A message of resilience<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Looking forward<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n