What is Lenny Kravitz’s net worth? Who is Lenny Kravitz’s ex-wife?
Introduction
Lenny Kravitz is an American singer and actor who is regarded as one of the most prominent rock musicians of our time. He has sold over 40 million albums worldwide.
Biography
He was born on May 26, 1964, in New York City, as Leonard Albert Kravitz.
His dad was a television news producer, while his mom, Roxie Roker, performed in the sitcom The Jeffersons.
He received his first guitar at age 10.
He moved to Los Angeles at 11 after his mom started playing in The Jeffersons.
In 1982, he graduated from Beverly Hills High School.
In early 1989, Lenny signed his first deal with Virgin Records. Later that year, Kravitz released his debut album, Let Love Rock. The album reached #61 on the Billboard 200.
In 1990, he produced Madonna’s song “Justify My Love.”
Lenny Kravitz, Virgin record label, Brussels, Belgium, 19/10/1989 – @Getty
In 1991, Lenny released his sophomore album, Mama Said.
In 1993, his third album, Are You Gonna Go My Way, was released. “Are You Gonna Go My Way” became Lenny’s first top 20 album on the US Billboard 200.
On October 24, 2000, Kravitz put out the album Greatest Hits. It reached #2 on the Billboard 200.
His creative firm, Kravitz Design, was founded in 2003.
“I love, I love, I love to create,” Kravitz said in an interview. “I love to beautify, I love to create an environment.”
He made his big-screen debut in the Oscar-nominated drama film Precious in 2009. It also starred Mariah Carey and Gabourey Sidibe.
In 2011, he became an Officer of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.
Lenny Kravitz attends photocall for Peace One Day concert announcement at Canal Plus on August 28, 2009 in Paris – @Getty
In 2013, BMG acquired Kravitz’s music publishing rights.
In 2018, Kravitz signed with BMG.
In 2022, he was named one of the Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities by PETA.
In March 2024, Kravitz received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
In May 2024, his 12th album, Blue Electric Light, was released.
Wife
In 1985, Lenny Kravitz married actress Lisa Bonet.
Lisa Bonet and recording artist Lenny Kravitz attend Saint Laurent at the Palladium on February 10, 2016 in Los Angeles – @Getty
Kravitz and Bonet first met in 1985 backstage at a New Edition concert.
Lisa Bonet starred on The Cosby Show from 1984 to 1992.
Their daughter, Zoë Kravitz, was born on December 1, 1988.
Lenny Kravitz with wife Lisa Bonet and daughter Zoe at a press conference in Lincoln Center, NYC 1989 – @Getty
“She’s amazing, and she’s all the things that I would have hoped for,” Lenny said in an interview about his daughter.
Kravitz and Bonet split in 1991. The divorce was finalized in 1993.
From 2017 to 2024, Lisa was married to Jason Momoa.
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet attend the premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Justice League” at Dolby Theatre on November 13, 2017 – @Getty
They share two children:
- son Nakoa-Wolf Manakauapo Namakaeha (b. in 2008)
- daughter Lola Iolani (b. in 2007)
“I’m very proud that their kids call me Uncle Lenny,” the singer said.
Girlfriends
After his divorce from Bonet, Lenny briefly dated Kylie Minogue.
From 1992 to 1997, he was in a relationship with Vanessa Paradis.
Vanessa Paradis and Lenny Kravitz at the Roland Garros open in 1992 – @Getty
His next relationship was with Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima. They were also engaged. She appeared in his music video for “Yesterday is Gone.” Unfortunately, they split in 2003.
Lenny Kravitz and Nicole Kidman pose in the green room during the Hollywood Film Awards on November 6, 2016 – @Getty
After Lima, Kravitz dated Nicole Kidman. Apparently, they even got engaged.
Zoë worked with Kidman on the TV series Big Little Lies.
“Well, I knew Zoë because I was engaged to her father,” Kidman revealed.
In 2008, Kravitz revealed that he had been celibate for three years.
In 2024, Lenny told The Guardian that he is committed to remaining celibate until he meets the right person. “Yes. It’s a spiritual thing,” he said.
Height
Lenny Kravitz is 5′ 9″ (1.75 m) tall.
Lenny Kravitz arrives at the 2016 MusiCares Person of The Year at Los Angeles Convention Center on February 13, 2016 – @Getty
Lenny Kravitz – Net Worth
So, how much is Lenny Kravitz worth?
Kravitz earned most of his wealth from selling over 40 million albums worldwide and converts.
He is an ambassador for Jaeger-LeCoultre as well as for Yves Saint Laurent Y.
In 2003, he founded Kravitz Design Inc., a creative studio for interior design.
“I want to do architecture, although I’m not an architect,” Kravitz explained. “Nor am I a trained interior designer.”
He is the author of Flash, a book that showcases rock photography.
Kravitz also performed in several films, including — The Butler, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, The Hunger Games, Precious, and Zoolander.
In 2022, he launched the spirits brand, Nocheluna Sotol. Therefore, Lenny Kravitz has an estimated net worth of $100 million.
Real estate
In 2000, Kravitz acquired a waterfront mansion on Sunset Island II for $9 million. He sold it in 2005 for $14.5 million.
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In the early 2000s, he bought a 1,500-square-meter home in the 16th Arrondissement of Paris.
In 2007, he paid $3 million for a farm in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. On his farm, Kravitz keeps some 400 cows (just for grazing) and grows organic fruit and vegetables.
“This is an amazing place to exercise my creativity,” Kravitz told Vogue.
He also owns a trailer with the surrounding land in the Bahamas.
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