Can I name someone in my book? Despite the facts being untrue.?

Question:

Can I name someone in my book? Despite the facts being untrue.?

I see crazy stories in the National Inquirer all the time.

Additional Details

2 weeks ago
I was intending on creating some type of fictional story involving some famous people. But I guess I can't do that.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: 2 weeks ago
I was intending on creating some type of fictional story involving some famous people. But I guess I can't do that.