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Lenny Kravitz Joins 007 Game as Complex Pirate King

1/7/2026

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Lenny Kravitz will make his video game debut as Bawma, a charismatic pirate king, in IO Interactive's 007: First Light.
Kravitz drew inspiration from growing up in the Bahamas and New York City to shape his portrayal, emphasizing voice and personality.
IO Interactive aims to present Bawma as a morally ambiguous antihero, according to CEO Hakan Abrak who notes the character's complexity.

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Story summary

Lenny Kravitz will make his video game debut as Bawma, a charismatic pirate king, in IO Interactive's 007: First Light.
Kravitz drew inspiration from growing up in the Bahamas and New York City to shape his portrayal, emphasizing voice and personality.
IO Interactive aims to present Bawma as a morally ambiguous antihero, according to CEO Hakan Abrak who notes the character's complexity.