Zoë Kravitz’s Heartfelt Tribute to Her “Rad” and “Cool Dad,” Lenny Kravitz, at His Hollywood Walk of Fame Ceremony
The sun-kissed streets of Hollywood played host to an emotional and celebratory moment on Tuesday as Lenny Kravitz, the iconic rocker, received a star on the famed Walk of Fame. His daughter, Zoë Kravitz, delivered a heartfelt tribute that encapsulated their unique father-daughter bond.
At the onset of her moving speech, Zoë expressed the profound impact being Lenny Kravitz’s daughter has had on her life, stating, “being your daughter has been one of the greatest adventures of my life.” Due to Lenny being relatively young when she was born, Zoë and he have shared experiences that have shaped their lives in profound ways.
Lenny Kravitz welcomed his daughter Zoë when he was just 24 years old, with his former wife Lisa Bonet. Throughout their lives, they’ve navigated various milestones, challenges, and triumphs together – a testament to their unbreakable bond.
“We’ve been through a lot. We’ve seen a lot. I’ve seen a lot. I’ve seen you change in the most beautiful ways, I’ve seen the way you’ve stayed the same in the most important ways,” Zoë shared. Her remarks then took on a lighter tone as she poked fun at her father’s signature style and penchant for knitted shirts, which he donned even when picking up Zoë from school.
Despite initially feeling embarrassed by her father’s wardrobe choices, she acknowledged his unwavering commitment to staying true to himself: “You really do pull it off. Your relationship with the knitted shirt is probably your longest one, and it works.”
Throughout her life, Zoë has proudly declared that her father is “such a cool dad,” but she clarified, “What’s cool about you is not what people think is cool about you.” Rather, Lenny Kravitz’s true essence lies in his genuine love for life.
Lenny Kravitz, a four-time Grammy Award winner, is renowned for his rocker-cool style, signature shades, leather pants, and knitted shirts. He’s also well known for his smooth vocals and raw talent. This spring, he will release his twelfth studio album titled “Blue Electric Light.”
In her emotional tribute to her father, Zoë further expressed her admiration for Lenny: “Your music, your lyrics, your live performances, your homes, your love of food, of family, of good conversations, stupid jokes, dance parties, late-night kitchen talks – you absolutely devour life. You eat up every crumb and lick the plate. Life is your art, and that’s why your music is so inspiring and important.”
The esteemed actor Denzel Washington also took the stage to honor Lenny Kravitz, declaring, “We’re twins, we just don’t look alike.” Their friendship, spanning over three decades, was a source of deep affection and respect for both men. Washington emphasized, “God has blessed him with an unbelievable talent, but even more so, an unbelievable heart.”
After the ceremony, Lenny spoke to the media about this surreal and humbling experience. “That’s surreal, and mind-blowing,” he shared. “I’m so blessed to have these folks with me, that have walked this journey with me.”
As Lenny Kravitz continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world through his music, it’s clear that his unwavering passion for life is a testament to the profound impact he has had on not only his fans but also those closest to him.
