Celebrity tributes to Kris Kristofferson, who passed away at the age of 88, were spearheaded by Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton, with Reba McEntire and Melissa Etheridge also paying their respects
After it was revealed that Kris Kristofferson had passed away at the age of 88, Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton spearheaded the heartfelt celebrity tributes to him.
The musician and actor passed suddenly over the weekend at his Maui home, as his family confirmed in a statement on Sunday.
In remembrance of her co-star in the movie A Star Is Born, Streisand, 82, posted a vintage picture of the record cover, which was released in 1976 along with the movie, as well as a more recent snapshot of her and the actor and country singer-songwriter performing together.She wrote, “The first time I saw Kris performing at the Troubadour club in L.A.” next to the picture. He was extraordinary, I knew that.
“He looked like the ideal fit for a script I was developing, which turned into A Star Is Born, as he was barefoot and strumming his guitar.”Kris and I performed the song “Evergreen,” which I had composed just for the movie’s central love theme.
In 2019, during my most recent performance in London’s Hyde Park, I invited Kris to come on stage with me to sing our other A Star Is Born duet, “Lost Inside Of You.” He was charming as ever, and he received a flurry of applause from the audience. Seeing him get the appreciation and affection he so rightly deserved was a delight.
She wished the family of Kristofferson her sincere sympathies at the end of her post.
“My prayers are with Kris’s wife, Lisa, who I know did everything in her power to support him.”
In the 1976 A Star Is Born adaptation, Kristofferson as troubled musician John Norman Howard, alongside Streisand. For his role in the movie, he was awarded a Golden Globe in 1977.
What a great loss, Dolly said in a heartfelt tribute on Instagram on Sunday. What a talented author. What a talented actor. What a wonderful friend.
She ended by saying, “I will always love you, Dolly,” and signed it with an image of a butterfly.
Longtime friends Dolly and Kris worked together on many duets, such as the well-known songs Put It Off Until Tomorrow and From Here to the Moon and Back.
Together with Willie Nelson and Brenda Lee, the two recorded a compilation CD titled The Winning Hand in 1982.
Later on, the record served as the basis for a television program hosted by Johnny Cash in 1985 and titled The Winning Hand.
Dolly posted a vintage video of herself and Kristofferson singing “Ping Pong” from The Winning Hand on Facebook on September 19.
Nothing compares to creating music with pals! I’m incredibly happy to have had the opportunity to sing alongside so many amazing musicians throughout the years. ❤️ @KrisKristofferson Which of my duets is your most beloved?
On his Facebook page, Kristofferson reposted the image along with the message, “Thank you for sharing this Dolly Parton.”
Following the mourning of the late Kris Kristofferson by dear friends and co-stars Barbara and Dolly, a flurry of celebrity tributes has also emerged.
Actress and country music icon Reba McEntire was one of them, praising him for being a gentleman, a lovely person, and a word lover. I’m very happy I got to spend time with and meet him. Among my favorite individuals. Peace be with you, Kris.
Melissa Etheridge added, “Loved this man, his talent, his mind, and his beautiful heart,” to the chorus of praise. Use the hashtag #KrisKristofferson to share your journey, dear friend.
“An epic human with the biggest heart,” Leann Rimes Cibrian continued. I shall really, really miss you. You may relax, my friend.
“Sad to hear of Kris Kristofferson’s passing,” stated Travis Tritt. Having the good fortune to meet him while filming ‘Outlaw Justice’ in Spain in 1998, he served as a source of inspiration for me. My sincere sympathies are extended to Kris’s wife Lisa as well as to his whole family, friends, and supporters.Actor and comedian Patton Oswalt made reference to Kris Kristofferson’s song “Sunday Morning Coming Down” when he quipped, “Sunday morning just came down hard.”
“I’m very sorry to hear that Kris Kristofferson passed away,” said filmmaker Mike Flanagan. Incredible career; my personal favorite is his outstanding performance in LONE STAR.
‘Comin’ close together with a feelin’ that I’ve never known before, in my time / She ain’t ashamed to be a woman, or afraid to be a friend / I don’t know the answer to the easy way she opened every door in my mind / But dreamin’ was as easy as believin’ it was never gonna end (‘Lovin’ Her Was Easier (Than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again),’ wrote Josh Brolin on Instagram.Kris Kristofferson (’71). Farewell to another amazing
Dakota Fanning wrote, “This legend was so good to me when we worked together on Dreamer,” on her Instagram story. How wonderful it was to be in his presence.
Adding a photo of herself and Kristofferson to her Instagram account, Wynonna Judd wrote, “One of my favorite people on the planet… RIP @kriskristofferson.”
“Rest easy, Kris,” Margo Price wrote in response to Kristofferson’s family’s post. I appreciate your songs, your kindness, your bravery, and your soul. My favorite musical experience ever was singing with you at Newport, and you are one of the greatest composers of all time. Love and best wishes to Lisa and her family.
On Sunday, the actor and singer’s family posted a statement on his verified Instagram profile confirming the news.
His family released a statement saying, “It is with a heavy heart that we share the news our husband, father, and grandfather, Kris Kristofferson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28 at home.”
“Our time with him is truly blessed,” the family statement continued.
They said, “Thank you for loving him for all these years, and know that he’s smiling down at us all when you see a rainbow.”
