Kris Kristofferson, a veteran singer and songwriter who starred in A Star Is Born, has died at the age of 88.
The versatile entertainer, a country singer-songwriter and actor, died Saturday at his home in Maui, Hawaii, his representative said. People.
The Why Me artist died “peacefully” surrounded by family members, his rep told the outlet.
“It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our husband/father/grandfather, Kris Kristofferson, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 28,” his family said in a statement, the outlet reported. “We are all so blessed for our time with him.
“Thank you for loving him all these years, and when you see a rainbow, know that he is smiling at us all.”
Kris Kristofferson, a veteran singer and songwriter who starred in A Star Is Born, has died at the age of 88
Among his numerous professional achievements, 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.
As news of his death spread, a number of people posted memorials for Kristofferson online.
SiriusXM host Eric Alper said, “If you’ve ever hummed Me and Bobby McGee or found solace in Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down, you’ve felt the genius of Kris Kristofferson. A legend in both country music and Hollywood. Rest assured, Kris, your songs and roles will live in our hearts forever.”
Entertainment journalist Pam Windsor wrote: ‘So sad to hear about the passing of #KrisKristofferson. He died yesterday at home in Hawaii. He was 88. He was a great singer, songwriter and actor. Also a 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 God-given, and those who ignore such a gift are doomed to misfortune. He preached that a life of the spirit gives voice to the soul, and his work gave voice not only to his soul, but to ours as well. He leaves behind a resounding legacy.’