Obituary of Kris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson (born June 22nd, 1936 in Brownsville, Texas) was a Singer-Songwriter who was best known for being the popular musician who sings many memorable songs including "Me and Bobby McGee". Kris died on September 28th, 2024 and his death was because of an age related ailment. He was 88 years old and looking frail when he passed on.
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Kris Kristofferson Biography Wiki:
- Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
- Full Name: Kristofferson, Kris
- Common Name: Kris Kristofferson
- Gender: Male
- Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
- Birthplace: Brownsville, Texas, United States
- Birth Date: June 22, 1936
- Age: 88 (at death)
- Also Known As: Chris, Cristopher, Kristoffer
- Occupations:
- Genres:
- Active Years: 1959-2020
- Religion: Christian
- Nationality: American
- Favorite Food: Libby's Brown Beans
- Favorite Color: Fuchsia
- Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb
- Favorite Actor: Laurence Olivier
- Birth Name:
Kristoffer Kristofferson - Father: Lars Henry Kristofferson
- Mother: Mary Ann Kristofferson (née Ashbrook)
- Spouse/Partner:
- Frances Beer (married 1960-divorced 1969)
- Rita Coolidge (married 17 August 1973-divorced 26 June 1980)
- Lisa Meyers (married 19 February 1983-2024, his death)
- Son(s):
- Kris Kristofferson Jr. (born 1968, with Fran)
- Johnny Kristofferson (born 1988, with Lisa)
- Blake Kristofferson (born 1994, with Lisa)
- Jesse (born 1983, with Lisa)
- Jody (born 1985, with Lisa)
- Daughter(s):
- Tracy Kristofferson (born1962, with Fran)
- Casey Kristofferson (born 1974, with Coolidge)
- Kelly Marie (born 1990, with Lisa)
- Date: September 28 2024 at age 88
- Place: Hana, Hawaii, United States
- Cause of Death: Unspecified illness (age related)
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Singer-SongwriterFilm Actor Country Music Genre American Born on June 22nd Born in 1936 Born in Texas Died in 2024 Died at age 88 Died from Unspecified illness
Quotable Quotes:
"I think between us, Bill Clinton and I have settled any lingering myths about the brilliance of Rhodes scholars." (IMDB)
"When they write the Kris Kristofferson obituary, I'll be the first one to read it."
"Like a bird on the wire; Like a drunk in a midnight choir; I have tried in my way to be free."
"I always thought, without really knowing the truth, that being dead is very freeing, in a way that few can attest."
Is Mr. Kris Kristofferson still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.
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Sheila j hauser: Kris Kristofferson is not dead he’s still alive so I’m not sure why this article is even here.
Ann Ptuman: It's everywhere about Kris being dead not just here he did die and he was 86 years old
Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-13 11:16:11
Author: Tucker
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