Music legend Kris Kristofferson died at the age of 88
Music legend Kris Kristofferson died at the age of 88
The music world stands still and mourns one of its greatest stars. Kris Kristofferson, the legendary US Country singer and songwriter, died peacefully last Saturday, September 28th, at the age of 88 in his home on Maui, Hawaii. The sad news was announced by his family on Sunday.
With his death, the music scene loses an extraordinary talent. Kristofferson was one of the most important songwriters of the last century; His songs were interpreted by greats like Elvis Presley, Joan Baez and Janis Joplin. So far, no information has become public about the exact circumstances of his death.
a life full of creativity
Kris Kristofferson was born in Brownsville, Texas in 1936. Great-grandchildren Swedish immigrants, he started his career as a writer and later switched to the Pilot of the US Army. From 1962 to 1965 he did his military service in Bad Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate. Then he settled in Nashville, the center of country music, and quickly developed into a sought -after songwriter.
in Nashville, Kristofferson was a sought -after name and was often on stage with big artists such as Bob Dylan. Among his best -known songs can be found such as "Sunday Morning Coming Down" and "Help Me Make It Through the Night". His musical success did not remain unnoticed: Kristofferson received three Grammys, including awards for the best country song.
In addition to his music career, Kristofferson was also active in the film industry. In the 1970s he played in Martin Scorsese's film "Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore". He was also famous for his role in "A Star Is Born" on the side of Barbra Streisand, for which he won a Golden Globe Award.reactions to the loss
The managing director of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Kyle Young, emphasized in a message that Kristofferson had belief that creativity was a divine administration. "He leaves a resounding legacy," says Young.
The cinematic world also mourns the loss of a talented artist. Maggie Smith, best known from the Harry Potter films, and John Ashton, Star from "Beverly Hills Cop", also died. This sad news can draw attention to the fragility of life.
The grief for Kristofferson is overwhelming, and the background of his artistic work offer an insight into the world that he left. For many, his legacy will continue to touch the ear and the heart of the audience. Further information can be found on this topic here .
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