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Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Martin Scorsese and other stars pay tribute to Kris Kristofferson
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Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Martin Scorsese and other stars pay tribute to Kris Kristofferson

NEW YORK (AP) — Reacting to the Death of Kris Kristofferson. The singer-songwriter and actor died on Saturday at the age of 88 at his home in Hawaii surrounded by his family.

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“When I first saw Kris perform at the Troubadour Club in LA, I knew he was special.” — Barbra Streisand, Kristofferson’s co-star in “A Star is Born,” on X and Instagram.

“Right now I’m on a small boat between Ustica and Palermo, listening to ‘Me and Bobby McGee’ and remembering Kris Kristofferson. Just like half the world. I was lucky enough to work with Kris. He was a poet. Really. Inside and outside. And a damn good actor, a remarkable screen presence. Spending time with Kris while filming “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” was one of the highlights of my life.” — Martin Scorsese in a statement.

“We lost a fellow highwayman today. Good luck, Kris.” — Kristofferson’s bandmate Jimmy Webb, on X and Facebook.

“I loved this man, his talent, his mind and his beautiful heart. Have a safe trip, my friend.” — Melissa Etheridge on X

“What a great loss. What a great author. What a great actor. What a great friend. I will always love you, Dolly.” — Dolly Parton on X

“Kris Kristofferson believed that creativity was given by God and that those who ignore such a gift are doomed to misfortune. He preached that a spiritual life gives voice to the soul, and his work gave voice not only to his soul but to our souls as well. He leaves behind an impressive legacy.” – Kyle Young, CEO of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, in a statement.

“An epic human being with the biggest heart. You will be missed so much. Be calm, my friend.” — LeAnn Rimes Cibrian on X

“What a gentleman, a kind soul and a lover of words. I’m so glad I got to meet him and be close to him. One of my favorite people. Rest in peace, Kris.” — Reba McEntire on X

“Poet, lovely person, street savant, redneck of the old school.” — Josh Brolin on Instagram.

“I liked this legend so much when we worked on Dreamer together. What an honor to have spent time in his presence.” – Dakota Fanning on Instagram.

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