Truman Capote's Betrayal of New York's High Society

Capote's intimate revelations about his socialite friends in 'La Côte Basque' lead to his ostracization from elite circles.

Truman Capote's publication of 'La Côte Basque' in Esquire magazine exposed the intimate secrets of his close friends, the New York socialites known as 'The Swans', leading to his fall from grace.
The story, based on Capote's unfinished novel 'Answered Prayers', was initially rejected by The New Yorker for being too controversial before Esquire published it.
Capote's betrayal deeply hurt his friends, including Babe Paley, who never forgave him for revealing details about her private life.
The fallout from the publication resulted in Capote being shunned by high society, with many of his former friends cutting off communication.
'Feud: Capote vs The Swans', an FX miniseries, dramatizes the events leading up to and following the publication, highlighting the impact on Capote's relationships and career.