Kris Kristofferson

Date of Birth: June 22, 1936

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Biography

Kristoffer Kristofferson, known as Kris Kristofferson, is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and actor. Born on June 22, 1936, in Brownsville, Texas, Kristofferson is best known for his work in country music and his contributions to the 1970s Outlaw Country movement. He has written numerous hits for other artists, including “Me and Bobby McGee,” “For the Good Times,” and “Help Me Make It Through the Night.” Kristofferson has also enjoyed a successful acting career, appearing in films such as “A Star Is Born” (1976), for which he won a Golden Globe, and the “Blade” trilogy. Kristofferson’s career began after he left a promising military career, despite his family’s expectations. He moved to Nashville and worked as a janitor at Columbia Recording Studios, where he met Johnny Cash. His persistence paid off when Cash recorded “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down,” earning Kristofferson widespread recognition. Over the years, he has released numerous albums, collaborated with other notable musicians, and been inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

5 Interesting Facts about Kris Kristofferson

1. Kris Kristofferson was a Rhodes Scholar and attended Oxford University, where he studied English literature.

2. Before his music career took off, he was a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Army.

3. He turned down a teaching position at West Point to pursue songwriting.

4. Kristofferson landed his helicopter on Johnny Cash’s lawn to get his attention and pitch his songs.

5. He was part of the country music supergroup The Highwaymen, alongside Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Waylon Jennings.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kris Kristofferson

1. “I’d trade all my tomorrows for one single yesterday.”

2. “Freedom’s just another word for nothin’ left to lose.”

3. “Tell the truth. Sing with passion. Work with laughter. Love with heart. ‘Cause that’s all that matters in the end.”

4. “Life is a journey, not a destination.”

5. “The world is a better place when you smile.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Kris Kristofferson’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $160 million.

Children

Kris Kristofferson has eight children: 1. Tracy Kristofferson 2. Kris Kristofferson Jr. 3. Casey Kristofferson 4. Jesse Turner Kristofferson 5. Jody Ray Kristofferson 6. Johnny Kristofferson 7. Kelly Marie Kristofferson 8. Blake Cameron Kristofferson