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Kris Kristofferson was born in Brownsville, Texas, but, as the son of a U.S. Army officer, grew up all over the country. After graduating with honors from Pomona College with a degree in literature, Kristofferson attended Oxford University on a Rhodes Scholarship; that's where he first tried to launch his music career, signing with Top Rank Records under the name Kris Carson. After college, Kristofferson followed in his father's footsteps: He enrolled in the Army and became a helicopter pilot and, eventually, earned the rank of Captain; however, the pull of the music industry was too strong, and the future country star left the military to pursue a career as a songwriter and singer. Kristofferson relocated to Nashville in 1965 and, soon after, famously landed a helicopter on Johnny Cash's front lawn to hand-deliver a song, "Sunday Mornin' Coming Down;" although Cash was not home at the time, he listened to Kristofferson's demo and decided to record the tune, making it a No. 1 hit. Propelled by Cash's success, Kristofferson juggled a job as a commercial helicopter pilot with songwriting in Music City before signing the first record deal of his own, with Epic Records, in 1967. In addition to his successful music career -- more than 30 albums released and numerous awards and accolades earned -- Kristofferson became a successful actor and has appeared in more than 60 movies and dozens of TV shows. Kristofferson was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2004.

Kris Kristofferson, ‘Feeling Mortal’ Album Continues Immortal Musical Journey
Kris Kristofferson, ‘Feeling Mortal’ Album Continues Immortal Musical Journey
Kris Kristofferson, ‘Feeling Mortal’ Album Continues Immortal Musical Journey
Kris Kristofferson will ring in the new year with Feeling Mortal, his first collection of new material in four years. Produced by Don Was, the follow-up to 2009's Close to the Bone is set for release on Jan. 29, 2013. "Going back to the beginning, the songs have been reflections of where I was at that point in my life," says the 76-year-old Country Music Hall of Famer...
Waylon Jennings Last Recordings Set for September Release
Waylon Jennings Last Recordings Set for September Release
Waylon Jennings Last Recordings Set for September Release
Waylon Jennings continues to be a legend among music fans around the world. The singer left a legacy of songs that will be played for generations to come. His fans range from eight-year-olds who heard their grandparents playing Waylon to music aficionados who discovered him via YouTube or iTunes while searching for something new...
Kris Kristofferson Concerts to Support United Farm Workers
Kris Kristofferson Concerts to Support United Farm Workers
Kris Kristofferson Concerts to Support United Farm Workers
Singer-songwriter, actor and activist Kris Kristofferson will play a series of six concerts across California in June, donating his performances to help celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the United Farm Workers (UFW). The Kris Kristofferson & Friends Concert Series runs from June 15 - 22 and pairs the legendary performer with renowned Latin artists in the various markets. Pr...
Darius Rucker Recalls ‘Good Times’ As a Musical Kid
Darius Rucker Recalls ‘Good Times’ As a Musical Kid
Darius Rucker Recalls ‘Good Times’ As a Musical Kid
Darius Rucker grew up listening to all kinds of music as a kid, and spent plenty of time singing for his mama, who loved to hear him perform and was always one of his biggest cheerleaders. Among the family favorites that played constantly around their house was Al Green, and Darius got quite a surprise one day when he was reading the credits on the back of one of the Al Green albums they wore out.
Kris Kristofferson Sees Himself in ‘Bloodworth’ Film Role
Kris Kristofferson Sees Himself in ‘Bloodworth’ Film Role
Kris Kristofferson Sees Himself in ‘Bloodworth’ Film Role
Although he's one of the most celebrated songwriters of all time, for the past four-plus decades Kris Kristofferson has carved out a second and equally noteworthy career as an actor, with roles in such films as 'A Star Is Born' (for which he earned a Golden Globe as Best Actor), 'Lone Star' and the 'Blade' series...
Nashville Film Festival Puts Music City on the Big Screen
Nashville Film Festival Puts Music City on the Big Screen
Nashville Film Festival Puts Music City on the Big Screen
While the Nashville Film Festival (NaFF), now in its 42rd year, offers films of all kinds, fans of films about music had several to choose from at this year's event, held from April 14-20 in Music City. From journeying along on 'The Last Ride' with Hank Williams, to a personal visit with Levon Helm in 'Ain't in It for My Health: A Film About Levon Helm,' or exploring Chely Wright's coming-out proc
Nashville Film Fest to Honor Kris Kristofferson
Nashville Film Fest to Honor Kris Kristofferson
Nashville Film Fest to Honor Kris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson will walk the red carpet today (April 15) at the Nashville Film Festival, just prior to the premiere of his new movie, 'Bloodworth.' The star of the film, Kris portrays E.F. Bloodworth, a musician who decides to return to Tennessee after being gone for 40 years, only to find that most of his family is not so happy to welcome him home...
‘Bloodworth’ Movie Trailer — Exclusive Premiere
‘Bloodworth’ Movie Trailer — Exclusive Premiere
‘Bloodworth’ Movie Trailer — Exclusive Premiere
Set to make its debut at next week's Nashville Film Festival, 'Bloodworth' is the tale of E.F. Bloodworth, played by Kris Kristofferson, who returns home 40 years after abandoning his wife (Frances Conroy) and three sons: Warren (Val Kilmer), Boyd (Dwight Yoakam) and Brady (W...
Kris Kristofferson to Star in ‘Dolphin Tale’
Kris Kristofferson to Star in ‘Dolphin Tale’
Kris Kristofferson to Star in ‘Dolphin Tale’
Kris Kristofferson is coming soon to a theater near you. The country music icon has starred in dozens of films, including 'Payback' with Mel Gibson, 'He's Just Not That Into You' with Drew Barrymore and Jennifer Aniston and his Golden Globe-winning performance in 'A Star Is Born' with Barbra Streisand...

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