The world bid farewell to the legendary Kris Kristofferson, a country music icon and famous Hollywood actor who recently passed away.
On Saturday in Maui, Hawaii, family spokesperson Ebie McFarland revealed that he passed away peacefully at his home.
Kristofferson is said to be surrounded by his loved ones. The exact cause of his death was not disclosed.
This event occurred three years after he retired from the entertainment industry, and was remembered by his family through a heartfelt message shared on X.
“With heavy hearts, we share the news that our husband/father/grandfather, Kris Kristofferson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28 at his home. We are all so blessed Thank you for spending time with him. Thank you for loving him for so many years, and when you see the rainbow, know that he is smiling at all of us.”
The family has asked for privacy during this time.
Kristofferson is survived by his wife Lisa, their eight children and seven grandchildren.
Before his tragic death, the “Why Me” hitmaker reportedly took the time to create a strategy to evenly divide his $50 million fortune among family members, ensuring peaceful transition of property.
“Kris Kristofferson believes that creativity is a gift from God and that those who ignore that gift are doomed to misfortune. He preached that the life of the mind gives voice to the soul, and his work not only gives voice to his soul but also to our souls. He leaves behind a resounding legacy.”—Kyle Young,… pic.twitter.com/JMyZp6lJUr
– Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (@countrymusichof) September 29, 2024
According to an anonymous source who spoke to the National Enquirer via Radar Online, “The public has an image of Kris as a gruff, gruff, and completely no-nonsense music veteran.”
“It’s true that there’s that side of him, but there’s also a heart of gold in there.”
They continued, “He knew he was dying and had spent the past year organizing his estate and putting his $17.2 million ranch up for sale so all his loved ones would taken care of when he is gone – there is no more room to fight.
The “A Star Is Born” actor has decided to put his 550-acre California estate on the market for $17.2 million.
According to the insider, “Kris doesn’t feel like he’s interested in touring anymore. Now, he just wants to make things easier for his family by turning his holdings into money.” face to share with them when he dies.”
Music Times could not independently verify the outlet’s reporting, so it’s best to proceed with caution when viewing the news.
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