Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton have led the touching superstar tributes to Kris Kristofferson after it was introduced he has died age 88.
It was revealed on Sunday that singer and actor passed away at his home in Maui over the weekend, his household confirmed in an announcement.
Honouring her A Star Is Born co-star, Streisand, 82, shared a nostalgic picture of the album cowl, launched in 1976 together with the movie, and a more moderen photograph of her and the nation singer-songwriter and actor performing collectively.
Alongside the picture, she recalled: ‘The primary time I noticed Kris performing on the Troubadour membership in L.A. I knew he was one thing particular.
‘Barefoot and strumming his guitar, he appeared like the right selection for a script I used to be growing, which ultimately turned A Star Is Born.’
Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton have led the touching tributes to Kris Kristofferson after it was introduced he has died age 88
Honouring her A Star Is Born co-star, Streisand, 82, shared a nostalgic picture of the album cowl, launched in 1976 together with the movie, and a more moderen photograph of her and the nation singer-songwriter and actor performing collectively
‘Within the film, Kris and I sang the music I would written for the movie’s primary love theme, ‘Evergreen.’
‘For my newest live performance in 2019 at London’s Hyde Park, I requested Kris to affix me on-stage to sing our different A Star Is Born duet, “Misplaced Inside Of You.” He was as charming as ever, and the viewers showered him with applause. It was a pleasure seeing him obtain the popularity and love he so genuinely-earned.’
She concluded her publish by providing condolences to Kristofferson’s household.
‘My ideas go to Kris’ spouse, Lisa who I do know supported him in each method attainable.’
Kristofferson performed the position of troubled rocker John Norman Howard within the 1976 A Star Is Born remake reverse Streisand.
He received the Golden Globe in 1977 for his work within the movie.
Dolly Parton wrote a touching tribute to nation legend Kris Kristofferson, following information of his death at the age of 88.
The Jolene hitmaker, 78, took to Instagram on Sunday, writing, ‘What an excellent loss. What an excellent author. What an excellent actor. What an excellent buddy.’
‘I’ll at all times love you, Dolly,’ she concluded on the finish, including her signature, which includes a butterfly graphic.
The multitalented entertainer, who was a rustic singer-songwriter and actor — well-known for his position in A Star Is Born — died Saturday at his Maui, Hawaii residence, his rep instructed People.
Dolly and Kris had been longtime mates and collaborated on quite a few duet performances, together with the beloved songs From Right here to the Moon and Again and Put It Off Till Tomorrow.
After co-stars and beloved mates like Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton paid tribute to the late Kris Kristofferson, a wave of superstar tributes have additionally surfaced.
Amongst them is one other nation star and actor – Reba McEntire – who mentioned, ‘What a gentleman, form soul, and a lover of phrases. I’m so glad I received to satisfy him and be round him. One in every of my favourite individuals. Relaxation in peace, Kris.’
Melissa Etheridge additionally joined within the refrain of tribute, including, ‘Beloved this man, his expertise, his thoughts and his stunning coronary heart. Journey effectively, my buddy,’ with the hashtag #KrisKristofferson.
The singer and actor handed away at his residence in Maui on Sunday at 88 years of age on Saturday, his household confirmed in an announcement
Now many celebrities are following in Babs and Dolly’s footsteps by honoring the multi-talented performer on social media
Amongst them is one other nation star and actor – Reba – who mentioned, ‘What a gentleman, form soul, and a lover of phrases. I’m so glad I received to satisfy him and be round him. One in every of my favourite individuals. Relaxation in peace, Kris’
Melissa Etheridge additionally joined within the refrain of tribute, including, ‘Beloved this man, his expertise, his thoughts and his stunning coronary heart. Journey effectively, my buddy,’ with the hashtag #KrisKristofferson
Leann Rimes Cibrian added, ‘an epic human with the largest coronary heart. you’ll be so, so missed. relaxation simple, my buddy.’
Travis Tritt mentioned, ‘Unhappy to listen to of Kris Kristofferson’s passing. He was an inspiration to me and I used to be lucky to get to know him on the set of ‘Outlaw Justice’ that we filmed in Spain in 1998. My heartfelt condolences exit to Kris’s spouse Lisa and all of his household, mates and followers.’
Comic and actor Patton Oswalt mentioned, ‘Sunday morning simply got here down onerous,’ referencing Kristofferson’s music Sunday Morning Coming Down.
Filmmaker Mike Flanagan said, ‘Very sorry to listen to that Kris Kristofferson has handed away. Superb profession; his good work in LONE STAR is my private favourite.’
Josh Brolin shared on Instagram, ‘Poet, beautiful human being, highway scholar redneck outdated schooler. ‘Comin’ shut along with a feelin’ that I’ve by no means recognized earlier than, in my time / She ain’t ashamed to be a lady, or afraid to be a buddy / I do not know the reply to the simple method she opened each door in my thoughts / However dreamin’ was as simple as believin’ it was by no means gonna finish (‘Lovin’ Her Was Simpler (Than Something I am going to Ever Do Once more),’ 1971) Kris Kristofferson. RIP to a different nice.’
Dakota Fanning shared on her Instagram story, ‘This legend was so good to me once we labored collectively on Dreamer. What an honor to have hung out in his presence.’
Wynonna Judd additionally took to her Instagram story with a snap of her and Kristofferson, stating, ‘One in every of my favourite individuals on the planet… RIP @kriskristofferson.’
Margo Value added within the feedback of Kristofferson’s household’s publish, ‘Relaxation simple Kris. Thanks on your spirit, your songs, your spirit, your compassion and braveness. You’re one of many biggest songwriters of all time and singing with you at Newport was my favourite musical second ever. Sending like to Lisa and the household.’
Leann Rimes Cibrian added, ‘an epic human with the largest coronary heart. you’ll be so, so missed. relaxation simple, my buddy’
Travis Tritt mentioned, ‘Unhappy to listen to of Kris Kristofferson’s passing. He was an inspiration to me and I used to be lucky to get to know him on the set of ‘Outlaw Justice’ that we filmed in Spain in 1998. My heartfelt condolences exit to Kris’s spouse Lisa and all of his household, mates and followers’
Comic and actor Patton Oswalt mentioned, ‘Sunday morning simply got here down onerous,’ referencing Kristofferson’s music Sunday Morning Coming Down
Filmmaker Mike Flanagan said, ‘Very sorry to listen to that Kris Kristofferson has handed away. Superb profession; his good work in LONE STAR is my private favourite’
Josh Brolin shared on Instagram, ‘Poet, beautiful human being, highway scholar redneck outdated schooler. ‘Comin’ shut along with a feelin’ that I’ve by no means recognized earlier than, in my time / She ain’t ashamed to be a lady, or afraid to be a buddy / I do not know the reply to the simple method she opened each door in my thoughts / However dreamin’ was as simple as believin’ it was by no means gonna finish (‘Lovin’ Her Was Simpler (Than Something I am going to Ever Do Once more),’ 1971) Kris Kristofferson. RIP to a different nice’
Dakota Fanning shared on her Instagram story, ‘This legend was so good to me once we labored collectively on Dreamer. What an honor to have hung out in his presence’
Wynonna Judd additionally took to her Instagram story with a snap of her and Kristofferson, stating, ‘One in every of my favourite individuals on the planet… RIP @kriskristofferson’
Margo Value added within the feedback of Kristofferson’s household’s publish, ‘Relaxation simple Kris. Thanks on your spirit, your songs, your spirit, your compassion and braveness. You’re one of many biggest songwriters of all time and singing with you at Newport was my favourite musical second ever. Sending like to Lisa and the household’
The actor and singer’s household confirmed the information in a publish on his verified Instagram web page on Sunday.
‘It’s with a heavy coronary heart that we share the information our husband/father/grandfather, Kris Kristofferson, handed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28 at residence,’ his household mentioned in an announcement.
‘We’re all so blessed for our time with him,’ the household assertion added.
‘Thanks for loving him all these a few years, and whenever you see a rainbow, know he is smiling down at us all,’ they concluded.