US EditionLenny Kravitz Steps Into James Bond’s World in 007 First Light - Entertainment News
Musician Lenny Kravitz voices and models Bawma, a key villain running Africa's largest black market in the upcoming 007: First Light game releasing in March.
- On Thursday, IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios announced Lenny Kravitz as Bawma in 007: First Light, with Kravitz attending The Game Awards to support the reveal.
- With First Light due on March 27, 2026, IO Interactive prepared a new trailer to promote the video game’s launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
- In the game, Bawma is portrayed as a wild, unpredictable pirate ruler of Africa's biggest black market hub, while 007: First Light features a 26-year-old James Bond played by Patrick Gibson on global missions.
- The deleted clip was saved and redistributed by fans after a trailer posted to the game's official X account was removed, while publishers' repeated leaks spoiled planned reveals and Lenny Kravitz attended the Game Awards to bolster the announcement.
- The ensemble cast also includes Priyanga Burford, Lennie James and Gemma Chan, while IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak said Kravitz brings an extraordinary presence to 007 First Light.
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