Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Composer, Military personnel, Actor
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
Brownsville, Texas, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Spouse
Rita Coolidge (1973-1980)
Children
8 children
Parents
Henry Kristofferson, Mary Ann Ashbrook
Residences
Hana, Malibu
Education
Oxford University, San Mateo High School, Merton College, Pomona College
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Popularity
Tier A -- 160,222 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 45 years (1972-2017)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 35
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Year context
Born in 1936 -- Berlin Olympics; Jesse Owens wins four gold medals; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
52
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Filmography (45)
AWARDS (9)
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Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
2014
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G
Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
2014
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B
Johnny Mercer Award
2006
WON
B
"Spirit of Americana" Free Speech Award
2003
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Biography
Kristoffer Kristofferson (June 22, 1936 – September 28, 2024) was an American country singer, songwriter, and actor. Among his songwriting credits are "Me and Bobby McGee," "For the Good Times," "Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down," and "Help Me Make It Through the Night," all of which were hits for other artists.
In 1985, Kristofferson joined fellow country artists Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash in the country music supergroup The Highwaymen, which was a key creative force in the outlaw country music movement that eschewed the traditional Nashville country music machine in favor of independent songwriting and producing.
As an actor, Kristofferson was known for his roles in Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid (1973), Blume in Love (1973), Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974), A Star Is Born (1976) (which earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor), Convoy (1978), Heaven's Gate (1980), Stagecoach (1986), Lone Star (1996), and the Blade film trilogy (1998–2004).
In 2004, Kristofferson was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Kris Kristofferson?
Kris Kristofferson was born on and passed away on at the age of 88.
Where was Kris Kristofferson born?
Kris Kristofferson was born in Brownsville, Texas, USA.
What movies or shows has Kris Kristofferson been in?
Kris Kristofferson has 45 credits in our database. Notable titles include Hickok (2017), The Star (2017), Texas Rising (2015), The Motel Life (2013), Bloodworth (2010).
What is Kris Kristofferson known for?
Kris Kristofferson is primarily known as an actor. Kristoffer Kristofferson (June 22, 1936 – September 28, 2024) was an American country singer, songwriter, and actor. Among his songwriting credits are "Me and Bobby…
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