NEW YORK (AP) — The world mourns the loss of Kris Kristofferson, the legendary singer-songwriter and actor, who passed away at the age of 88 at his home in Hawaii, surrounded by his family, on Saturday.
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Barbra Streisand, who starred alongside Kristofferson in the iconic film “A Star is Born,” expressed her admiration: “The first time I saw Kris performing at the Troubadour club in L.A., I knew he was something special.” — via X and Instagram.
Martin Scorsese, who worked with Kristofferson on “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore,” shared a heartfelt memory: “Right now, I’m on a small boat between Ustica and Palermo, listening to ‘Me and Bobby McGee’ and reminiscing about Kris Kristofferson. I was fortunate to collaborate with him; he was a true poet and an outstanding actor. My experiences with him were among the highlights of my life.”
Jimmy Webb, a fellow member of the Highwaymen, honored Kristofferson’s legacy on X, stating, “We lost a fellow Highwayman today. Godspeed, Kris.” He also shared this sentiment on Facebook.
“My love for this man runs deep, as does my admiration for his extraordinary talent, intellect, and kind heart. Journey well, dear friend.” — Melissa Etheridge on X.
Dolly Parton shared her grief, declaring, “What a great loss. His artistry, friendship, and kindness will be profoundly missed. I will always hold him dear in my heart.” — on X.
“Kris Kristofferson believed that creativity is a divine gift, and that those who neglect such gifts can never find true happiness. He asserted that an active mind speaks to the soul, and his work did just that for many. His legacy will endure,” praised Kyle Young, CEO of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
LeAnn Rimes Cibrian reflected on Kristofferson’s character, saying, “He was an extraordinary human with the biggest heart. I will miss him dearly; rest peacefully, my friend.” — on X.
“Kris was not only a gentleman and a kind soul, but also a lover of the written word. I feel so fortunate to have crossed paths with him. He was truly one of my favorite people. Rest in peace, Kris.” — Reba McEntire on X.
“He was a poet, a lovely human, and a true scholar of the open road,” recalled Josh Brolin in a tribute on Instagram. Instagram.
Dakota Fanning reminisced, “What an honor it was to know and work alongside such a legend as Kris on ‘Dreamer.’ He was a true gem.”
“I will always cherish the support Kris gave me when I received my first CMA Male Vocalist of the Year award. His friendship and encouragement were invaluable to my career in country music,” reflected Lee Greenwood.
“In my eyes, Kris was one of the greatest songwriters of all time, a brilliant role model for aspiring writers like myself. His legacy will live on, and his absence will be deeply felt,” noted Lacy J. Dalton.
Marshall Chapman recognized Kristofferson’s impact on country music, stating, “I adored Kris. His unique and powerful lyrics transformed the genre. He was truly a beacon of everything I hold dear.” — Facebook.
Duane Allen shared a personal story: “When The Oak Ridge Boys sought direction in our music, we turned to Kris’s songwriting. His song ‘Why Me, Lord’ resonated deeply with us, affirming we were on the right path. We cherish Kris and his beautiful family; let’s keep them in our thoughts.”
“Having the pleasure of knowing Kris and participating in various events with him over the years was nothing short of delightful. His genius was evident in everything he did.” — Sam Moore of Sam and Dave.
Lulu Roman fondly recalled, “Kris was always so kind to me. I treasure the memories of us working together on ‘Hee Haw.’ My prayers are with his family.”
“Sharing the stage with a true hero like Kris Kristofferson is something I will always remember. I played piano while he sang ‘Help Me Make it Through the Night’ on the Grand Ole Opry. His voice held such raw emotion—what a gift he was,” shared Tim Atwood.
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