Kris Kristofferson, country icon and ‘A Star is Born’ actor, dies at 88
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Kris Kristofferson was 'a walking contradiction,' a renegade and pilgrim surrounded by friends
Kris Kristofferson led a remarkable life that might sound implausible if it appeared in fiction9 minutes ago -
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Broadway star Gavin Creel, known for performances in 'Hair,' 'Hello, Dolly,' dies at 48
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Kris Kristofferson: A Life in Pictures
After years as a struggling songwriter, he found his voice with a direct, evocative style that launched his decades-long career as a musician, actor and activist.2 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson Stood by Sinead O’Connor as the Boos Rained Down
At a moment when the Irish singer had few people defending her, the country music veteran showed strong support. It created a bond that remained throughout their lives.2 hours ago -
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Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Martin Scorsese and more stars pay tribute to Kris Kristofferson
Barbra Streisand has called him something special2 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson’s Stories Were Wonderfully Larger Than Life
The singer, songwriter and actor, who died on Saturday at 88, found his way into situations and tales that underscored his role as a conscience for country music.2 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, Country Music Icon and Hollywood Star, Dies at 88
The Grammy Award-winning country music star was known as a master of country songwriting.3 hours ago -
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Gavin Creel, Tony-Winning Musical Theater Actor, Dies at 48
He won the award playing a Yonkers feed store clerk in “Hello, Dolly!” and was also nominated for roles in “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and “Hair.”3 hours ago -
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'Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down' and 9 other essential Kris Kristofferson songs
The influential country music singer and songwriter died Saturday at 88. Here are 10 of his essential songs.4 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, Country Singer, Songwriter and Actor, Dies at 88
He wrote songs for hundreds of other artists, including “Me and Bobby McGee” for Janis Joplin and “Sunday Morning Coming Down” for Johnny Cash, before a second act in film.4 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson: the soldier turned star made a tough life into tender poetry
No other musician could have landed a helicopter in Johnny Cash’s yard to deliver a new tune, or renounced a debut in praise of the Vietnam war with decades of activist songs. Kris Kristofferson, ...5 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson obituary
Songwriter, singer and actor known for such classic hits as For the Good Times and Me and Bobby McGee . ‘Songwriter” might be the first term that springs to mind to describe Kris Kristofferson, who ...5 hours ago -
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John Ashton, 'Beverly Hills Cop' actor, dies at 76
He played the gruff but lovable detective John Taggart in "Beverly Hills Cop."7 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson: 12 Essential Songs
The country singer and songwriter, who died on Saturday at 88, tucked enduring aphorisms into tales about facing up to loss.9 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson: Five (or maybe 10) of his best songs
A look back at some of the biggest and best songs by Kris Kristofferson, who has died aged 88.9 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.9 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Whisky growl, granite jaw and unflappable charisma: Kris Kristofferson was perfect as a lover or a fighter
The actor was the real deal, whether as a cherubic psychopath in Peckinpah’s Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid, or playing second fiddle to Barbra Streisand in the smash hit A Star Is Born. If Kris ...9 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, country icon and ‘A Star is Born’ actor, dies at 88
Singer, songwriter and renowned actor Kris Kristofferson has died at 88. Some of the biggest names in music from Elvis Presley to the Grateful Dead recorded his songs and he even wrote the number ...9 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, country music legend and 'Blade' star, dies at 88
The Grammy-winning singer is also remembered for his role in "A Star is Born."9 hours ago -
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Sakartveloa! How a Georgian summer hit managed to rally a divided country
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'Special' singer and actor Kris Kristofferson dies
Friends and co-stars including Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton pay tribute to Kris Kristofferson.15 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, country music star and 'A Star is Born' actor, dies at 88
Kris Kristofferson, the actor, musician and long-haired activist who embodied the countercultural spirit of postwar America, died at his home in Maui, Hawaii, on Saturday, a representative confirmed.18 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88
Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar who became a superstar songwriter, singer and actor, has died22 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor who brought gritty realism to country music, has died at 88
Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor who brought gritty realism to country music, has died at 8822 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, US country singer and actor, dies aged 88
Prolific artist who was a major star in both Nashville and Hollywood retired in 2021 after a six-decade career. Kris Kristofferson – a life in pictures Kris Kristofferson, the country singer ...23 hours ago -
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‘Days of Our Lives’ Actor, Drake Hogestyn, Dies at 70
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