Legendary actress Rita Moreno shares an enchanting tale of meeting rock icon Lenny Kravitz, revealing mutual admiration at a star-studded event

Rita Moreno, the esteemed EGOT winner, recently recounted a memorable interaction with rock musician Lenny Kravitz during an appearance on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” Moreno’s tale from this year’s Vanity Fair party post-Academy Awards not only highlighted her social spontaneity but also a touching moment of mutual respect between two celebrated artists.

At the party, Moreno, who rarely makes public appearances, decided to introduce herself to Kravitz, despite not knowing him personally. Accompanied by her daughter, Fernanda Luisa Gordon, Moreno approached Kravitz, who was alone at the time. The introduction led to an unexpectedly dramatic reaction from Kravitz, who expressed his profound admiration for Moreno by kneeling and lavishly praising her contributions to entertainment.

Moreno humorously admitted to being utterly astonished by Kravitz’s enthusiastic response, adding a light-hearted note to the encounter by saying she nearly “peed her britches.” This candid revelation from Moreno shared with the audience and host Jennifer Hudson, underscored the genuine admiration and humility that still accompanies her illustrious career.

The incident serves as a reminder of Moreno’s significant impact on the entertainment industry. In 1962, she became the first Latina to win an Oscar for her supporting role in the iconic film “West Side Story,” marking a milestone in her career and paving the way for future generations of performers.