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Meet Alvin 'Alabama' Lovett
“Always Keep Dreaming.”

Alvin Louis Lovett, affectionately known as Alvin "Alabama" Lovett, is a man of passion, purpose, and profound storytelling. Born and raised in the vibrant heart of Mobile, Alabama, Alvin has spent a lifetime inspiring others through service, wisdom, and truth-telling rooted in faith and experience.

With deep roots in community service and philanthropy, Alvin is more than an author—he is a mentor, a historian, and a voice of resilience for the unheard. For over three decades, he impacted lives in Compton, California, using his skills in salesmanship and leadership to guide others toward purpose. Now back home in Mobile, Alvin continues to share his life’s journey, aiming to uplift others through faith, humility, and hard-earned wisdom.

Alvin’s legacy is built on humility, love for God, and service to people—from city leaders to the person at the street corner. Recognized by politicians, city officials, and celebrities, Alvin is most honored when everyday people acknowledge his truth-telling as life-giving and heart-stirring. His powerful memory and gift for storytelling make him a living encyclopedia of both history and hope.

Alvin believes in the power of words like “please,” “I’m sorry,” and “please forgive me,” and his life is a reminder that even when plans don’t unfold the way we imagined, God’s path is always better. His personal mission is to help people live courageously and authentically, sharing stories filled with angels, heroes, and moments of divine timing.

Whether spending cherished time with his family, checking in with every name in his phone log, or speaking life into strangers, Alvin continues to remind the world: Never stop dreaming.