Lenny Kravitz (born Leonard Albert Kravitz on May 26, 1964) is a musician and actor.
Known for his sexy swagger, the star was born into showbusiness as the son of The Jeffersons actress Roxie Roker and Sy Kravitz, an NBC television news producer. He began his professional music career in 1989, when he signed to Virgin Records and released his debut album that year, Let Love Rule. He had a huge hit with his third album, Are You Gonna Go My Way, released in 1994. He won the first of four Grammys for Best Male Vocal Rock Performance.
In addition to his music career, Lenny has appeared in a number of movies, including playing the character Cinna in the blockbuster trilogy ‘The Hunger Games’. His personal life is also notable. He was wed to actress Lisa Bonet from 1987 to 1993 and the pair share daughter Zoe Kravitz.
For more photos of the rocker, his sharp outfits, and great performances, click through our gallery here.
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Lenny Kravitz Wins An Award
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Lenny Kravitz accepted the award for Artist of the Year: Pop Alternative Radio, at the Radio Music Awards in Las Vegas. He wore red polo and turquoise jewelry.
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Lenny Kravitz In 1996
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Lenny Kravitz with his guitar in 1996. He looked like he was ready to rock.
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Lenny Kravitz In The ‘American Woman’ Video
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Lenny Kravitz looked so cool in leather pants from his ‘American Woman’ Video Shoot. They shot the 1999 video in the middle of the California desert.
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Lenny Kravitz In 1991
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Lenny Kravitz rocked the stage in 1991. He wore tight pants and a leather jacket.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2016
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Lenny Kravitz at the MusiCares Person of the Year Gala in 2016. He wore a scarf which matched his shirt.
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Lenny Kravitz At The 2013 CMT Music Awards
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Lenny Kravitz presented the award for female video of the year at the 2013 CMT Music Awards at Bridgestone Arena, in Nashville, Tenn. He wore a black and white jacket with shiny pants.
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Lenny Kravitz Plays The Daytona 500
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Lenny Kravitz performed a pre race concert prior to the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida on February 26, 2012. He was a bit bundled up in a knit hat and big scarf.
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Lenny Kravitz At The 2011 Grammy Awards
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Now thats buzz! Lenny Kravitz showed off short locks during the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 13, 2011.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2010
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Lenny Kravitz in New York on July 15, 2010. He flashed a peace sign at onlookers.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2015
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Lenny Kravitz hung out with ex Lisa Bonet in LA on Mar. 13, 2015. He wore a blue shirt open to reveal his chest.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2009
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Lenny Kravitz played the trombone while backstage at Glasgow’s 02 Academy in Scotland on Jun. 26, 2009. He was relaxed in sweats and flip flips ahead of his concert.
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Lenny Kravitz At A Photocall For ‘Precious’
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Lenny Kravitz attended a photocall for the film ‘Precious’ during the 62nd Cannes Film Festival on May 15, 2009. It was his feature film debut.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2008
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Lenny Kravitz performed in concert at Le Zenith in Paris on July 2, 2008. He was touring through Europe.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2008
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Lenny Kravitz played the UK’s ‘The Paul O’Grady Show’ on May 12, 2008.
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Lenny Kravitz At The 2007 American Music Awards
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Lenny Kravitz is typically laid back during the 2007 American Music Awards. It was November 18, 2007.
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Lenny Kravitz At The 2001 VH1 Music Awards
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Lenny Kravitz attended the 2001 VH1 Music AWards in LA on Dec. 2, 2001. He wore a wild cardigan which had fur patches.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2005
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Lenny Kravitz wore a red scarf while performing in Miami Beach, Florida on Apr. 13, 2005. His Flying V guitar was very rock and roll.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2000
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Lenny Kravitz at The Rock ‘n Roll Rally in New York on August 3, 2000. He wore a tight tank top with a Chinese character on it.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2002
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Lenny Kravitz performed in Zurich, Switzerland. It was June 2002.
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Lenny Kravitz In Rome
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Lenny Kravitz was relaxed during a photoshoot in Rome on February 22, 2002. He wore bell bottom jeans for a very 70s attitude.
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Lenny Kravitz At The 2022 Grammys
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Lenny Kravitz donned a sexy chainmail top to the 64th Annual Grammy Awards, Arrivals on April 3, 2022. He’s one dude who really knows how to work the red carpet.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2018
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Lenny Kravitz was seen in Mexico City on Apr. 11, 2018. He wore a wild leather vest and sheer shirt with a sparkling blue bandana.
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Lenny Kravitz At Dior Homme In 2018
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Lenny Kravitz in the front row of the Dior Homme show at Men’s Paris Fashion Week on Jun. 23, 2018. His teal leather jacket was quite striking.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2017
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Lenny Kravitz attended the opening season gala at Opera Garnier in Paris on Sep. 21, 2017. He wore his standard leather jacket and a polka dot shirt.
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Lenny Kravitz Close Up
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So handsome! Lenny Kravitz in 2017. He knows how to sport a beard.
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Lenny Kravitz In 2019
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Lenny Kravitz in concert at the Casalecchio di Reno in Bologna, Italy on May 12, 2019.
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Lenny Kravitz At The 2022 Met Gala
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Another red carpet win for Lenny! The rocker was pure drama in a lace top with corset-inspired details, leather pants, and a sheer cape during the 2022 Met Gala. The event celebrated the opening of ‘In America: An Anthology of Fashion’ and happened on May 2, 2022.
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2022 CFDA Fashion Awards, New York, United States – 07 Nov 2022
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Lenny Kravitz attended the CFDA Fashion Awards at Cipriani South Street, in New York
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