Extreme mourning in the world of cinema and music: farewell to one of the greatest singer-songwriters

Kristofferson’s family announced his passing, which occurred peacefully at his home in Hawaii, surrounded by his loved ones.

You are never ready enough to say goodbye to movie and music stars, because, in some way, they are heroes on screen and on stage. Today we have to announce the death of Kris Kristoffersonat the age of 88.

Let’s talk about one of the biggest American singer-songwriters of his time, known for unforgettable songs such as “Me and Bobby McGee”, with the timeless Janis Joplin on vocals. Kristofferson was also a successful actor, a further element that made him immortal.

In the early seventies, his scratchy voice made him famous as interpreterwhile on the big screen he won over audiences in films such as “A Star Is Born” (A star is bornrecently chosen for the famous remake) alongside Barbra Streisand, one of the most beloved films of 1976.

Kristofferson’s family announced his passing, which occurred peacefully at his home in Maui, Hawaii, surrounded by his loved ones. The was not specified cause of death. For years, Kristofferson had suffered from memory problems, his condition probably worsening rapidly.

Considered by many to be one multifaceted figureKristofferson had the physicality of an athlete and the sensitive soul of a poet. A former army officer and helicopter pilot, he was also the recipient of a prestigious Rhodes scholarship, but chose to work as a janitor. Thanks to this decision he took a crucial direction for his musical career.

Since the late 1960s, the Brownsville, Texas artist has been writing songs that have become cornerstones of country and rock music, such as “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down,” “Help Me Make it Through the Night” (for which he won a Grammy), “For the Good Times” and “Me and Bobby McGee ”. Although Kristofferson was also a singer, many of his compositions became famous thanks to other great voices: Ray Price and Janis Joplin above all, in particular the singer, his ex-girlfriend, with an unforgettable interpretation.

In addition to music, Kris Kristofferson also made his mark in cinema. The famous film found fame again thanks to the 2018 remake with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. The artist also starred alongside Ellen Burstyn in Martin Scorsese’s “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” (1974) and was part of the cast of “Blade” (1998) with Wesley Snipes.

Barbra Streisand he greeted him affectionately on social media: “The first time I saw Kris perform at the Troubadour in Los Angeles I immediately understood that he was special. Barefoot and with guitar in hand, he looked perfect for the film I was developing, which later became ‘A Star Is Born.’ […] My thoughts go to his wife Lisa, who was by his side at all times.”