_ When this Southern Celebrity Gossiper hears the name “Lenny Kravitz,” she thinks one thing: eclectic. This artist has been rediscovering himself, redefining his genre, and redecorating his real-estate since he first rocketed into the public spotlight. This diverse background has certainly not gone unnoticed- nor unrewarded. Currently, the singer/songwriter/composer/designer owns several homes, and spreads his time between Miami, New York, and New Orleans. This French Quarter home has been featured in countless magazines showing off the unique historic charms of the building, and also the owner’s flair for decorating.

 Kravitz attributes a lot of his success to his ability to stay “in between”. Throughout his life, because off his parents, his up-brining, his talents, and even his real-estate, he has always been straddling different identities- which are what make him so accessible to the public. He says that he is part black and part white, mostly Christian but also Jewish, a musician and a designer, a New Yorker and a New Orleanian. Most recently, French Culture Minister Frederic Mitterrand paid tribute to this evolved sense of identity. Lenny Kravitz was awarded the Legion of Honor because he “freed [him]self of the barriers between black and white sound." Over the years, Kravitz has been able to transcend typical stereotypes and create art that relates to everyone. We’re happy that he decided to mix a little Cajun in there for the rest of the world to share!

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Culinary & New Orleans Celebrity, Emeril Lagasse is gaining more media attention with his latest real estate endeavor. This food network icon is putting his luxury apartment in New York’s Upper East Side back on the market. The chef purchased the property in 2009, and now is selling it- for almost $4 million more than he paid for it!

The townhome features a decadent kitchen, suitable for a chef as large and in-charge as Lagasse. But this gumbo guru has come a long way from his New Orleans start! Emeril’s first culinary triumph came in our very own Commander’s Palace. The budding chef apprenticed under Paul Prudhomme before succeeding him in 1982 as Executive Chef. Commander’s Palace is known for its incredible food, matched only by its flawless ambience. 8 years later, Lagasse decided to open a restaurant of his own! Emeril’s opened its doors in 1990 and has been serving the NOLA community ever since! Since then Emeril has opened 12 more establishments, and oversees all of their menus.

While he may originally be from New England, this celebrity has found his home in the Crescent City. If the fastest way to a man’s heart IS through his stomach- then it is no secret why Lagasse’s heart belongs to New Orleans!

For more a sneak peek at Emeril’s townhouse, check out these great photos!