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Kim Porter

Kim Porter was an American model and actress best known for her work in fashion and for her long relationship with Sean "Diddy" Combs.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kim Porter was an American model and actress, best known for her fashion work and her long relationship with Sean Combs. Born in Columbus, Georgia, she later moved to pursue modeling and acting, appearing in films and television series. She died in 2018 at age 47.

Early life

Kim Porter was born in Columbus, Georgia, and attended Columbus High School, graduating in 1988. She later moved to pursue a modeling career.

Modelling career

Porter became known as a fashion model and appeared in magazines and campaign work. Biographical sources describe her as working in high-fashion modelling in the 1990s and 2000s.

Acting career

Porter appeared in film and television productions, including The Brothers, Mama, I Want to Sing, Wicked Wicked Games, and Single Ladies. Her acting work was secondary to her modelling profile but gave her a broader entertainment career.

Personal life

Porter had four children and was closely associated with Sean Combs, with whom she had a long on-and-off relationship. Their family life remained public because of Combs's prominence in the music industry.

Death and legacy

Porter died in 2018 in California at age 47. Sources describe her cause of death as lobar pneumonia. Coverage of her life often focuses on her family, modelling work, and public profile in entertainment.

Key facts

  • Kim Porter was a model and actress known for her relationship with Sean Combs.
  • She was born in Columbus, Georgia, and graduated from Columbus High School in 1988.
  • She had four children, including Quincy Brown and three with Sean Combs.
  • Her screen credits include The Brothers, Mama, I Want to Sing, Wicked Wicked Games, and Single Ladies.
  • She died in 2018 at age 47 from pneumonia.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Kim Porter?
Kim Porter was an American model and actress from Columbus, Georgia, known for her entertainment career and her relationship with Sean "Diddy" Combs.
When was Kim Porter born?
She was born on December 15, 1970.
When did Kim Porter die?
She died on November 15, 2018, at age 47.
How many children did Kim Porter have?
She had four children, including Quincy Brown and three children with Sean "Diddy" Combs.
What films or television shows did Kim Porter appear in?
Her screen credits included The Brothers, Mama, I Want to Sing, Wicked Wicked Games, and Single Ladies.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kim_Porter
    Supports: Full name, occupation, birth and death dates, and basic biography.
  2. Television Academy — https://www.televisionacademy.com/bios/kim-porter
    Supports: Birthplace, high school, modelling background, and acting credits.
  3. People — https://people.com/all-about-kim-porter-diddy-ex-11861439
    Supports: Relationship with Sean Combs, children, modelling and acting career, and death details.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0692198/bio/
    Supports: Biographical details, family information, and career overview.