Kris Kristofferson, an accomplished singer and songwriter who starred in A Star Is Born, has died at the age of 88.
The talented artist, who was a country singer-songwriter and actor, died Saturday at his home in Maui, Hawaii, his representative said. People.
The Why Me artist passed away ‘peacefully’ surrounded by family, his representative told the outlet.
“It is with great sadness that we share the news that our husband/father/grandfather, Kris Kristofferson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28 at his home,” his family said in a statement, the outlet reported. ‘We are all very blessed by our time with him.
“Thank you for loving him all these years, and when you see a rainbow, you’ll know he’s smiling down on us all.”
Kris Kristofferson, an accomplished singer and songwriter who starred in A Star Is Born, has died at the age of 88.
Among his many professional accomplishments, Kristofferson played the role of troubled rocker John Norman Howard in the 1976 remake of A Star Is Born opposite Barbra Streisand. He won the Golden Globe in 1977 for his work in the film.
Kristofferson’s other notable acting efforts include a role as the character Whistler in the Wesley Snipes action films Blade (1998), Blade II (2002), and Blade: Trilogy (2004).
As news of his passing spread, several people paid tribute to Kristofferson online.
SiriusXM host Eric Alper said, “If you’ve ever hummed Me and Bobby McGee or found solace in Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down, then you’ve felt the genius of Kris Kristofferson.” A legend of both country music and Hollywood. Rest easy Kris, your songs and roles will live forever in our hearts.’
Entertainment journalist Pam Windsor wrote: ‘Very sad to hear about the passing of #KrisKristofferson. He died yesterday at his home in Hawaii. He was 88 years old. He was an incredible singer, songwriter and actor. Also, Rhodes Scholar, football player, boxer, firefighter, and Army Ranger helicopter pilot. What a life, what a legacy!
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum CEO Kyle Young said in a statement: “Kris Kristofferson believed that creativity is a gift from God, and those who ignore that gift are doomed to unhappiness.” He preached that a life of the mind gives voice to the soul, and his work gave voice not only to his soul but to ours. He leaves a resounding legacy.”