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Lenny Kravitz BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.In the past several days Lenny Kravitz has rocketed into mainstream headlines with news that he will be the star of NBCs new Sunday Night Basketball show open bringing his signature rock star energy to the NBA coverage in a way reminiscent of Carrie Underwoods presence for Sunday Night Football. Both NBC Sports and outlets like The Associated Press reported that Kravitz recorded a dynamic new anthem and filmed the segment in Philadelphia working closely with creative director Tripp Dixon. The show open will air for the first time on February 1 2026 leading into a high-profile NBA doubleheader headlined by the Lakers at Madison Square Garden. Kravitz expressed his longtime love of basketball and the NBA and highlighted how excited he is by the fusion of sports music and pop culture in this endeavor NBC Sports and TMJ4 confirm. Producers and network executives are positioning this collaboration as a major draw and a fresh tradition for viewers tuning in to primetime basketball—an echo of one of the network’s most established TV rituals.This news comes during a prolific period for Kravitz. After winning the 2024 MTV Video Music Award for Best Rock and being anointed Music Icon at the People’s Choice Awards he recently capped a critically praised European and South American run supporting his latest album Blue Electric Light and is now gearing up for more live dates. He has a high-profile show set for October 24 at the Bahamas Culinary and Arts Festival in Nassau JamBase and The Loon report. Soon after he’ll launch a tour of Australia and New Zealand with dates including Auckland in mid-November suggesting that his global touring remains in full force. Social media buzz is intensifying around both the NBA announcement and his upcoming performances amplifying his relevance across music and pop culture spheres.Beyond the stage and camera Kravitz continues to push boundaries in design. His new collaboration with CB2—a 62-piece collection—launched September 25 and is being widely praised as his most sophisticated work with the company to date according to Elle Decor and Business of Home. The line blends midcentury modern aesthetics with accessible elegance and reportedly draws on his experiences growing up in New York and Los Angeles. Kravitz remains hands-on with his creative firm Kravitz Design Inc. and the CB2 project is being positioned as evidence of his sustained impact and innovation well outside of music.No major rumors or controversies have surfaced in the gossip columns over the past few days. Coverage in sources like NBC Sports AOL Elle Decor and The Associated Press centers almost exclusively on verified announcements and business ventures. With brand partnerships including YSL Beauty and Jaeger-LeCoultre still ongoing and critical acclaim for both his music and his design output Kravitz is not only enjoying a significant media moment he is also cementing his reputation as one of the most versatile and enduring icons in entertainment and style.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI