Lenny Kravitz

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Summary

Lenny Kravitz is a musician and actor known for rock, funk and soul influenced music, as well as roles in films including Precious, The Butler and The Hunger Games. Race and mixed identity recur in his work, notably in the album Black and White America and songs addressing racism and social injustice. He partnered with UN Human Rights on its #FightRacism campaign, using “Here to Love” to promote tolerance, equality and diversity, and has described “It’s Enough” as a political response to corruption and racism. His public record shows race-focused advocacy, while no prominent partisan campaign role is on record.