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Kris Kristofferson Imdb
# Kris Kristofferson: A Legendary Singer-Songwriter's Life and Career ## Early Life and Influences Kris Kristofferson was born on June 22, 1936, in Brownsville, Texas. His father was a military officer, and his mother was a musician. Kristofferson grew up in a musical household, and he began playing guitar and writing songs at an early age. He was influenced by a wide range of musical genres, including country, folk, and rock. ## Military Career After graduating from high school, Kristofferson attended Pomona College in California. He later transferred to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Kristofferson graduated from West Point in 1958 and served as an Army Ranger and helicopter pilot. He resigned from the military in 1965 to pursue a career in music. ## Music Career Kristofferson's music career began in the mid-1960s. He moved to Nashville, Tennessee, and began writing songs for other artists. In 1970, he released his debut album, “Kristofferson.” The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Kristofferson as one of the leading singer-songwriters of his generation. ## Acting Career In addition to his music career, Kristofferson has also had a successful acting career. He has appeared in over 100 films and television shows. Some of his most notable roles include “Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid” (1973), “Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore” (1974), and “The Star Is Born” (1976). ## Personal Life Kristofferson has been married three times. His first marriage was to Fran Beir in 1960. They had one daughter, Tracy. His second marriage was to Rita Coolidge in 1973. They had one daughter, Casey. His third marriage was to Lisa Meyers in 1983. They have two sons, Jody and Jesse. ## Legacy Kris Kristofferson is one of the most influential singer-songwriters of all time. His songs have been recorded by a wide range of artists, including Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Janis Joplin. Kristofferson has also been a successful actor, and he has starred in over 100 films and television shows. He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.