This content was published on September 30, 2024 – 09:07
Los Angeles, Sep 30 (EFE).- Singers, filmmakers and specialists in music journalism pay tribute this Monday on social networks to the country legend and also actor Kris Kristofferson, who died on Saturday at the age of 88 at his residence in (Maui) Hawaii.
«What a great loss. What a great writer. What a great actor. What a great friend! I will always love you. Dolly,” wrote celebrated country artist and actress Dolly Parton on her X account.
The Texan artist, winner of the Golden Globe, died peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Maui (Hawaii), reported Ebie McFarland, spokesperson for the star.
“Heartbroken by the recent death of legendary country singer Kris Kristofferson…Rest in peace legend,” publishes the ‘Rock History’ portal in a message that includes a video of the singer performing “Highwayman” live at the Nassau Coliseum, in 1990.
«We are heartbroken to learn of the loss of legendary country music icon Kris Kristofferson. The beloved artist, singer, songwriter and member of the Country Music Hall of Fame has left an indelible mark on music history. Our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time,” writes the US Country Music Association.
Comedian and singer Chad Prather called him one of the “greatest,” while songwriter Jimmy Webb reminds him: “Today we lost a fellow highwayman. May God be with you, Kris.
Actor Russel Crowe remembers him for the “life he led!” The Good Company. For being a great man. See you on the road, friend,” he emphasizes, while singer Leann Rimes talks about him as “an epic being with the biggest heart,” who will be missed.
And the Country Museum of Fame in the United States says of the singer that “he believed that creativity is a divine gift and that those who ignore that gift are condemned to unhappiness. He preached that a life of the mind gives voice to the soul, and his work not only gave voice to his soul but to ours as well. “He leaves a resounding legacy.”
The artist marked a stage in American music, Rolling Stone magazine considered him “one of the best songwriters of all time” by extending his influence, country music extended beyond its limits.
And he was not only a singer-songwriter, but he also marked an era in Hollywood, where he participated in more than 70 films, including “A star is born”, from 1976, in which he shared the screen with Barbra Streisand and earned him a Golden Globe for best actor.
His discography includes titles such as ‘Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down’, ‘Help Me Make it Through the Night’, “For the Good Times” and “Me and Bobby McGee”. EFE
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