Kris Kristofferson was wildly popular as both a musician and a leading man in Hollywood films—but all it took was one giant misstep to make it all come crashing down.

The country music world has been rocked this year by the losses of some iconic talents and names. From a band leader gunned down to one of the best songwriters of all-time, the following is a look at ...

Kris Kristofferson, who died Saturday at the age of 88, is being remembered by his "A Star is Born" co-star Barbra Streisand and other stars.

Kris Kristofferson, who died Saturday at the age of 88, is being remembered by his "A Star is Born" co-star Barbra Streisand and other stars.

Kris Kristofferson, who died Saturday at the age of 88, is being remembered by his "A Star is Born" co-star Barbra Streisand and other stars.

Willie Nelson is remembering his fellow Highwayman Kris Kristofferson. Nelson, who was a member of the outlaw country group The Highwaymen alongside Kristofferson, reflected on the country icon's ...

Kris Kristofferson, who died Saturday at the age of 88, is being remembered by his "A Star is Born" co-star Barbra Streisand and other stars.

Kris Kristofferson, who died Saturday at the age of 88, is being remembered by his "A Star is Born" co-star Barbra Streisand and other stars.

Kristofferson died Sept. 28 at his home in Maui, Hawaii, a representative for Kristofferson confirmed to USA TODAY at the time. A cause of death for the 88-year-old was not disclosed.