Scorsese continued, "Spending time with Kris when we made ‘Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' was one of the highlights of my life. What a sweet, warm family spirit we all shared

The late great Kris Kristofferson is among the very few musicians to make the transition to acting and find just as much success. While Kristofferson continued to tour and produce brilliant new music throughout the rest of his career,

“Kris Kristofferson believed creativity is God-given, and those who ignore such a gift are doomed to unhappiness. He preached that a life of the mind gives voice to the soul, and his work gave voice not only to his soul but to ours. He leaves a resounding legacy.” — Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum CEO Kyle Young in a statement

Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images Martin Scorsese has added his name to the list of famous fans who are mourning Kris Kristofferson, whom he directed in the 1974 film Alice Doesn’t Live Here

Legendary country singer, actor and songwriter has died 88, prompting a wave of tributes from his many admirers

Martin Scorsese honored "A Star Is Born" actor and nine-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kris Kristofferson, saying that the pair's collaborative effort on the 1974 romantic comedy "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" was "one of the highlights of [his] life.

Reaction to the death of Kris Kristofferson. The singer-songwriter and actor died Saturday at his home in Hawaii surrounded by family at age 88. ___ “The first time I saw Kris

Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar with a deft writing style and rough charisma who became a country music superstar and A-list Hollywood actor, has died.

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One of the most significant losses to entertainment, however, may be the death of Kris Kristofferson. He was both a successful singer and actor and even massive talents like Martin Scorsese are feeling his loss.

During the 1960s and '70s, Kris Kristofferson was a heavy drinker, during which time he was also dating fellow singer Janis Joplin.