Why Was Barry Diller’s Memoir Pulled From Amazon?
In late July, Barry Diller’s upcoming memoir Who Knew, which was available for pre-order on Amazon, mysteriously vanished. This unexpected disappearance raised questions about the project’s status: was it canceled by the publisher (Knopf)? Was there a problem with Amazon or Target (which also offered pre-orders)? Or perhaps the book itself was a hoax? However, sources close to the project have revealed that Diller himself chose to delay the publication. After circulating early drafts among friends for feedback, the 82-year-old media mogul felt the manuscript required some last-minute tweaks. Instead of hiring a ghostwriter as suggested by Knopf, Diller is now working alone on revisions. According to sources, he views this process as an opportunity to accurately portray his life story and distinguish fact from fiction that has built up over the years. The book promises to be very candid, covering both the triumphs and challenges of Diller’s extraordinary life: growing up in Beverly Hills, dropping out of UCLA; his time in the William Morris mailroom; his rise to the pinnacle of Hollywood at ABC, Paramount, Fox; his notable romantic history, including his marriage to longtime friend Diane von Furstenberg. Unfortunately, readers will have to wait until April 1st to read Diller’s revisions, as the book has been given a new publication date. The title and cover art are also reportedly being revised.
