Gunna, the renowned rapper, has solidified his position as a global entertainment powerhouse with a significant expansion into the fitness industry, partnering with Under Armour, a global sportswear brand. The agreement represents a substantial shift in Gunna’s career trajectory, moving beyond music and integrating him into the creative operation of Under Armour, a move that aligns with the brand’s focus on wellness and community engagement. Under Armour founder and CEO Kevin Plank stated that Gunna’s commitment to personal improvement resonated with the brand’s values, highlighting the relationship as a natural fit. ‘Gunna’s story is one of resilience, discipline, and growth,’ Plank explained, ‘His dedication to discipline, creativity, wellness, and community extends far beyond music. He’s challenged himself to become his best version, and in the process, inspired thousands to do the same. Through his commitment to fitness, his run clubs, and the community he’s built around movement and mental strength, he’s expanded what performance can look like. That’s precisely the kind of talent we believe in at Under Armour, and why this next chapter feels like a natural evolution in our relationship.’
As global ambassador, Gunna will represent Under Armour before an international audience, delivering news to inboxes since 1999. Under Armour highlighted Gunna’s run clubs and the community surrounding his interest in movement and mental strength. Gunna previously starred in Under Armour’s We Are Football campaign and most recently fronted the brand’s Bouncy Tee campaign alongside multi-platinum country artist Parker McCollum. Beyond campaigns, Under Armour has supported Gunna’s mission to inspire the next generation to ‘push the pace’ through initiatives including the Wunna Run 5K series during his recent global tour and Wunna Warriors, the artist’s grassroots 7-on-7 high schoolfootball program.
The partnership represents a broadening of Gunna’s professional reach, despite his continued focus on music, which remains the cornerstone of his career. Today’s announcement marks only the first chapter of the P-STAR platform, with plans for the Wunna Run capsule in early 2027, extending the exclusive experience to the public for the first time. Furthermore, Under Armour is developing the P-Star Lux in the Summer of 2027, alongside a series of related initiatives. Plank emphasized the significance of the collaboration, stating it broadens Gunna’s professional reach, even though music remains the primary focus of his career.
Photos: Desmond K Ye (@desmondkye), used by permission of Under Armour, showcase Gunna’s involvement in the campaign. Houston Williams, a journalist and editor at AllHipHop, is a contributing author to this article, specializing in hip-hop and cultural analysis. Williams has extensively covered the intersection of music, sports, politics, and popular culture, bringing a sharp editorial voice and a deep appreciation for hip-hop’s influence on society. The agreement represents a significant investment for Under Armour, solidifying Gunna’s position as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry and a key brand ambassador.
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