NEW YORK – Reactions to the death of Kris Kristofferson. The singer-songwriter and actor died Saturday at the age of 88 at his home in Hawaii, surrounded by his family.
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“When I first saw Chris perform at the Troubadour Club in Los Angeles, I knew he was something special.” —Barbra Streisand, Christopher in A Star Is Born Son’s co-star, X, and Instagram.
“Today we lost a fellow highwayman. Godspeed, Chris.” — Kristofferson bandmate Jimmy Webb, on Facebook with X.
“I loved this man’s talent, his heart, and his beautiful heart. Travel well, my friend.” — Melissa Etheridge of X.
“What a great loss. What a great writer. What a great actor. What a great friend. I will always love you, Dolly.” dolly parton of x
“Kris Kristofferson believed that creativity is a gift from God and that those who ignore such gifts are doomed to misfortune. He believed that the life of the mind gives voice to the soul. He preached giving, and his work gave voice not only to his soul, but to ours as well. He left a great legacy.” — Kyle Young, CEO of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. statement.
“A magnificent human being with the biggest heart. You will too, I will miss you very much. Rest assured, my friend.” — LeAnn Rimes Cibrian from X.
“What a gentleman, kind soul, and lover of words. I am so happy to have met him and to be by his side. He is one of my favorite people. Rest in Peace, Chris.” Reba McEntire of X.
“Poet, lovable human being, street scholar, old redneck.” — Josh Brolin on Instagram.
“This legend meant so much to me when we worked together on ‘Dreamer.’ It’s such an honor to spend time in his presence.” —Dakota Fanning on Instagram.
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