Memorial Page for Kris Kristofferson (née Kristoffer Kristofferson)
American country singer, songwriter and actor
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June 22nd, 2026
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Biography
Kris Kristofferson (* June 22, 1936 in Brownsville; † September 28, 2024 in Maui County) was an american country singer, songwriter and actor. He was 88 years old. He was married to Rita Coolidge. He had 8 children. His education included Merton College, Pomona College, San Mateo High School and Oxford University. He received 6 awards, including Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Johnny Mercer Award.
Life Events
8 EventsBorn in Brownsville, Cameron County
1936Rhodes Scholarship
1958Grammy Award for Best Country Song
1972Help Me Make It Through the Night
Married Rita Coolidge
1973until 1980
"Spirit of Americana" Free Speech Award
2003Johnny Mercer Award
2006Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
2014Died in Maui County, Hawaii
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- Henry Kristofferson
- Mary Ann Ashbrook
Kris Kristofferson (née Kristoffer Kristofferson). Forever remembered.