The country music world is reeling at the loss of music icon Kris Kristofferson. The singer passed away at the age of 88-years-old. He leaves behind a lasting legacy in the genre.
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Taking to social media, several singers memorialized Kristofferson and his talents. Reba McEntire shared a picture of the two singing together, writing, "What a gentleman, kind soul, and a lover of words. I am so glad I got to meet him and be around him. One of my favorite people."
Meanwhile, Dolly Parton called Kristofferson a "great writer," "great actor," and "great friend." She shared that the industry experienced a great loss. Darius Rucker also paid tribute to Kristofferson on social media. He wrote, "We lost one of the kindest most beautiful souls that God gave us. I will miss u my friend. I love u Kris, I just love u man!!"
Meanwhile, LeAnne Rhimes wrote, "An epic human with the biggest heart. you will be so, so missed. rest easy, my friend. #kriskristofferson."
Kris Kristofferson Remembered
Lee Greenwood expressed that he was in total shock, saying that Kristofferson was a good friend.
He wrote, "Hard to believe my friend Kris Kristofferson has left us. He was successful in all areas of his life. A champion boxer, a world-class actor, a spectacular songwriter and singer, and a hero to everyone fortunate enough to know him. I will never forget his support for me when I received my first CMA Male Vocalist of the Year Award - his friendship and encouragement helped validate my career in country music and my place in Nashville. My family and I send our deepest sympathy to Kris' family. We lost a giant in our industry today!"
Kristofferson's former co-star Barbara Streisand also remembered him as well.
The first time I saw Kris performing at the Troubadour club in L.A. I knew he was something special. Barefoot and strumming his guitar, he seemed like the perfect choice for a script I was developing, which eventually became A Star Is Born," Streisand wrote on Twitter.
She continued, "For my latest concert in 2019 at London's Hyde Park, I asked Kris to join me on-stage to sing our other A Star Is Born duet, 'Lost Inside Of You.' He was as charming as ever, and the audience showered him with applause. It was a joy seeing him receive the recognition and love he so richly deserved."
