Kris Kristofferson Broke Our Hearts at Willie Nelson’s Birthday Celebration

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  • čas přidán 30. 07. 2024
  • Kris Kristofferson performed during Willie Nelson's 90th birthday party. Will we ever see something like this again?
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    0:00 Kris Kristofferson at Willie Nelson's Birthday Party
    0:16 Kris Kristofferson Health Update
    0:59 Rosanne Cash and Kris Kristofferson Sing "Lovin' Her Was Easier"
    2:10 Kris Kristofferon's misdiagnosis
    2:59 Will this be his curtain call?
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  • @TasteofCountryMusic
    @TasteofCountryMusic  Před rokem +47

    *Update: We had to edit this video to remove all portions of the song. Very sorry for the let down but you can watch the full performance here: czcams.com/video/mc6_kcmtH7k/video.html

    • @kss8866
      @kss8866 Před rokem +7

      Wish you had shared, why in world would a country legend have his birthday celebration in C. Sort if sad to all the country folks and olaces Willie grew.

    • @samhauser3138
      @samhauser3138 Před rokem +6

      Thanks for sharing that other link. What a performance! I’m crying

    • @Nicole-and-Antonia
      @Nicole-and-Antonia Před rokem +4

      You imply and people listening infer.

    • @jrporter50
      @jrporter50 Před rokem +4

      Thanks

    • @houlesranch
      @houlesranch Před 7 měsíci

      Has to do with streaming rights.

  • @gobigorange
    @gobigorange Před rokem +260

    This brings a tear to this old man’s eyes. Willie, Waylon, Johnny an Kris was my childhood heroes an they still are today. ❤

    • @woodennickel6148
      @woodennickel6148 Před rokem +2

      Chris Gaines all but flat out killed Glen Campbell.

    • @russelltackett4779
      @russelltackett4779 Před rokem +2

      @@woodennickel6148 😮😡

    • @elvis2014
      @elvis2014 Před rokem +2

      Lord, don`t get me started about the evil entity that is a common enemy of yous and mine.........TIME

    • @solobo5823
      @solobo5823 Před rokem +4

      Same here. What a ride they gave us. Im 65 and You said how I feel. 🙏🙏🙏

    • @JohnDoe-b3h5m
      @JohnDoe-b3h5m Před rokem

      I laughed

  • @nitalay5317
    @nitalay5317 Před rokem +303

    He came to celebrate Willie, his best friend of over 50 years. He sang both nights after having been retired for some time. That took guts. This 86-year old troubadour has written some of the finest songs in the English language, and he can sing them any damned place and any damned way he wants to. This is the same man who stood up for his principles and endured the oppobrium heaped on his head by folks who thought we had the right to interfere in other foreign countries as much as we wanted. Never backed down, regardless of the impact on his career. I cried too, not because of heartbreak, but because it was so great to see him again. The fact that he retired totally without fanfare is a measure of the man's humility, and I'm sure that the incredible reaction of the crowd both stunned him and warmed his heart.

    • @helenheeney2284
      @helenheeney2284 Před rokem +32

      Couldn't agree more a genius and a treasure

    • @pamelamills4419
      @pamelamills4419 Před rokem +34

      Add me too. He's such a professional, and he never let his fame go to his head.

    • @colleenwoodland4574
      @colleenwoodland4574 Před rokem +22

      Beautifully stated! Couldn’t agree more!🇨🇦

    • @oranstelly5393
      @oranstelly5393 Před rokem +10

      @@pamelamills4419 yeah you right 👍

    • @glendalangley1877
      @glendalangley1877 Před rokem +15

      It’s so hard to put into words what he has meant to so many. He doesn’t look his age.
      Kris is one of those people that you always expect to be around. But whether he is or sadly if he isn’t it’s a huge loss. God bless Kris always. ❤️🦋❤️

  • @melodyfisher1512
    @melodyfisher1512 Před rokem +216

    My tears weren’t heartbreak…they were gratitude to see him again. He has a tender place in my heart…sweet, kind man. I’m so glad he was there to celebrate.

    • @khzvaleriesmith6428
      @khzvaleriesmith6428 Před rokem +14

      Me too. But appreciated her tenderness with him

    • @melodyfisher1512
      @melodyfisher1512 Před rokem +15

      @@khzvaleriesmith6428 Yes, they were sweet together, weren’t they?…She really had his back. Thank you Roseanne🥰

    • @jamesalley4061
      @jamesalley4061 Před rokem +8

      That's not the last of Kristofferson

    • @janebehr6409
      @janebehr6409 Před rokem +6

      Me and Bobby Mcgee still makes me cry missing somebody I loved dearly

    • @SamHarned
      @SamHarned Před rokem +8

      Hard to pick favorites from this show, but Kris' two songs are certainly up there. Tears of gratitude for sure. Roseanne and Norah both had his back and were so great with him. Amazing moments.

  • @Carballoca
    @Carballoca Před rokem +199

    One of the best song writers ever… I have followed him for years. Thank you Roseanne for getting Kris through this.

    • @barbmcdonald1532
      @barbmcdonald1532 Před rokem +8

      DITTO!

    • @lynnehenry9077
      @lynnehenry9077 Před rokem +7

      Thank you Roseanne for getting Kris through this. I've loved him SO MUCH for most of my life, that it was painful to see him so "frail". He has saved my life several times with his lyrics!!!! And he, to me, is the finest example of what a human being should be!!!!! Whenever is my time to "Fly Away", I will always carry his heart connected to mine to wherever my destination may be. Please let Kris know how much he is still, and will FOREVER, be loved by those of us he touched. Thank you.. Lynne Henry

  • @efolson
    @efolson Před rokem +138

    We need to give Roseanne Cash credit for helping Kris to walk and stand on stage, you could see she was giving him strength by holding his hand and helping steady his walk.

    • @helenheeney2284
      @helenheeney2284 Před rokem +23

      Couldn't agree more she's a treasure too beautiful voice

    • @kentbeery4941
      @kentbeery4941 Před rokem +2

      He could walk fine

    • @terri5757
      @terri5757 Před rokem +10

      Don’t forget Norah Jones also brought Kris onstage for a song together too.

    • @elvis2014
      @elvis2014 Před rokem +6

      Yes sir and we need to ask Ed Webster who wrote above didn't want to see him anyway, what is he like 100? That`s a problem in my estimation when someone makes a comment about an American War Hero and later an American and global songwriter and singing hero. I would estimate his age, but I will not condemn an entire generation for this ungrateful unpatriotic ignorant hyenas remark. Some people don`t even appreciate the air that they breathe. Some people wouldn't even sign their own stay of execution order

    • @jrporter50
      @jrporter50 Před rokem +3

      Love Kris Kris man! Rubber Ducky right there 😀

  • @donmcallister3745
    @donmcallister3745 Před rokem +233

    Watching this on the night Gordon Lightfoot passed away… Kris Kristofferson … is a great talent… tough to see so many people who make up your past… getting older and slipping away…
    Guess I’m getting older too… the time just passed so quickly… savor the little things… they are so beautifully important…Peace…

  • @kiwi4707
    @kiwi4707 Před rokem +113

    I have totally loved Kris for over 40 years ❤❤❤❤! He’s an icon in music, performing and in life. Love you Kris forever ❤❤❤

  • @maryannehenderson6023
    @maryannehenderson6023 Před rokem +80

    I've been deeply and seriously in love with Kris Kristofferson scince 1972. And at age 65 still in love. Thank you Kris for giving all of us some of the truly best song lyrics in all of human history. Yea, all time. Enjoy each and every day, dear man.

    • @Julia67126
      @Julia67126 Před rokem

      IT'S SINCE

    • @JohnDoe-b3h5m
      @JohnDoe-b3h5m Před rokem +2

      me too

    • @janettamcgee8124
      @janettamcgee8124 Před rokem +2

      Same age as you and I still have a crush on him, too. When I found out he wrote Bobby McGee I asked to change my first name to Bobbie. I was denied.

    • @Twoesses
      @Twoesses Před 7 měsíci

      Me, too! I kept a picture of him under the glass of my desk at my first professional job!

  • @silverhorder1969
    @silverhorder1969 Před rokem +103

    From being a helicopter gunship pilot, achieving a Ranger tab, turning down a teaching position at West Point. Then becoming a janitor of all things. Then landing a helicopter on Johnny Cash’s lawn to give him a cassette tape of his songs. This guy has lived one crazy life!

    • @DChristina
      @DChristina Před rokem +9

      Such an amazing, intelligent, and talented man!

    • @brucewilliams9476
      @brucewilliams9476 Před rokem +11

      You omitted Rhodes Scholar, Oxford university.

    • @silverhorder1969
      @silverhorder1969 Před rokem +3

      @@brucewilliams9476 yea, I also omitted self admitted alcoholic once..

    • @deborahjarvis9036
      @deborahjarvis9036 Před rokem +2

      So much about that generation we don't know.

    • @independentmusicguy
      @independentmusicguy Před rokem +3

      Great summary! Like the college professor who he could have been, he has taught us so much! The song "Jesus Was a Capricorn" often comes to my mind when I see intolerance, sometimes my own.

  • @PK-bh1ww
    @PK-bh1ww Před rokem +44

    My 3 favorite songs by Kris. Loving Her Was Easier, Me And Bobby McGee, Help Me Make It Through The Night.

    • @dianamcilroy3312
      @dianamcilroy3312 Před rokem +5

      OH YEAH 🤣 Best song's ...compared to what they write nowadays.... The oldies blow these days song's out of the water 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦. 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹 🎶🎶🌞🌞

    • @janblackman6204
      @janblackman6204 Před rokem +12

      I always loved Sunday morning coming down too

    • @kagnewcobra5228
      @kagnewcobra5228 Před rokem +4

      Why Me Lord ?

    • @Linda_Ess
      @Linda_Ess Před 7 měsíci

      Sunday morning goin down always breaks me.

  • @terifarris7680
    @terifarris7680 Před rokem +42

    Kris is a legend. No other comment necessary.❤️

  • @rebeccapeacock2485
    @rebeccapeacock2485 Před rokem +18

    I have loved Kris Kristofferson since I was 12 years old. 59 years old now. His pictures were all over my room, t shirts I wore with his picture, albums, movies, etc... I met him twice in Savannah, Georgia. Once after a concert at 16 years old at Savannah Civic Center, went on his bus and in Donnie Fritz room at The Desota Hilton. Donnie Fritz called my home at 12 something that night and my mother cussed him out not knowing or caring, totally embarrassing. Then after another show he did at a bar "Night Lights" in Savannah at 21 years old. I met him personally, chatted, even got a huge kiss. He has and always will be my major crush and love. Thank you Jesus❣️ Kristofferson 💖❣️ BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES FOREVER ♾️

  • @jackiehite5099
    @jackiehite5099 Před rokem +36

    I love Kris Kristofferson so much I saw him and Rita in concert back in 1977. Was awesome.

    • @robinfreyburger3097
      @robinfreyburger3097 Před rokem +6

      I saw them around the same time in Jacksonville Fl. They had an unforgettable chemistry.

    • @dianamcilroy3312
      @dianamcilroy3312 Před rokem +1

      OH WOW.... THAT'S a PRICELESS Memory I'M SURE... They sang so beautifully together 🎶🎶🎶🌞🌞🌞 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹 💘💖

    • @jackiehite5099
      @jackiehite5099 Před rokem

      Thanks

    • @deannarobinson3818
      @deannarobinson3818 Před rokem +3

      I did too. I saw them in Baton Rouge La. Billy Swan was their opening act.

    • @robinfreyburger3097
      @robinfreyburger3097 Před rokem

      @@deannarobinson3818 czcams.com/video/HKh6ZqVKmN4/video.html

  • @robinfa-84-tx79
    @robinfa-84-tx79 Před rokem +28

    I've been a fan of Kris Kristofferson and Willie Nelson for most of my life (I'm 62 this September). They both seem like humble people to me. God bless both of them.

  • @bobdobbs6386
    @bobdobbs6386 Před rokem +29

    Kris and Willie showed me the light of the wisdom and beauty of Country Music. They are more than poet minstrels, they are our greatest leaders and bring honor a grace to our nation and to all of humanity.

  • @billr2375
    @billr2375 Před rokem +19

    He left giving a nice hearty 8th Infantry Division Salute---who he served with as a Helicopter Pilot in Bad Kreuznach Germany...."Follow Me" "Pathfinder" "These are my Credentials"...the many mottos of that Division Kris proudly served with.

  • @entryreqrd
    @entryreqrd Před rokem +16

    No broken heart here, but I shed tears of joy, my heart was overflowing with love for and gratitude to a true music legend.

  • @captaincoyote1792
    @captaincoyote1792 Před rokem +27

    I’m approaching -all too quickly- my late 60s. I’ve had two challenging careers: military and federal wildlife law enforcement. Watching this well-deserved celebration of Willie’s birthday, I do so sincerely wish that Merle could have been there. And I learned just a few hours ago of the passing of another favorite of mine: Gordon Lightfoot (I did lights and sound at his live concert at New Mexico State’s Pan Am Center in 1980). While I recognize the talent of so many younger performers, across all realms of music and entertainment, I can’t help but mourn the loss of so many that have gone on before them. But with each passing of friends, relatives, and these entertainment giants who played a large part of my younger years, I’d be lying if I didn’t admit that I do so tire of death. If I have consolation, it’s that I believe in “something far greater” after this life. And if so, there must be some great parties waiting up ahead! Peace to all, both old and young….all of you….many who have taught me acceptance, and through acceptance and kindness, brought me an inner peace. Peace out, Willie!

    • @charlesbartholomew2910
      @charlesbartholomew2910 Před rokem +4

      Thank you for your service to our nation sir! It is appreciated more than you know.

    • @captaincoyote1792
      @captaincoyote1792 Před rokem +2

      @@charlesbartholomew2910 That was both an incredibly kind and thoughtful response, Charles. It meant a lot to me. Take care, be safe…and thank you.

    • @barbaraharris7004
      @barbaraharris7004 Před rokem +5

      I was in America in 2012 and was fortunate to be able to see Kris Kristofferson and Merle Haggard together in Portsmouth, I particularly wanted to hear Kris's service songs he sung a couple with compassion and dignity.
      Also heard my favourite Silver Wings and a song Merle said he wrote for his brother, which I really liked but cannot remember the title even looking through his song list to find a clue.

    • @terrynazar9632
      @terrynazar9632 Před 7 měsíci

      Nicely said and much appreciated. We have it backward at this time, as I'm watching the Willie Tribute for the 1st time tonight. Blown away from his entrance...a bit hard to handle but Roseanne hardened my spine a touch. Gordon being (I was going to say, 'one of ours') but he too, was certainly, ONE FOR US ALL.

    • @user-wp7gy6rh8w
      @user-wp7gy6rh8w Před 7 měsíci

      I believe the song Merle wrote for is brother is Listening To The Wind@@barbaraharris7004

  • @curtisconley4595
    @curtisconley4595 Před rokem +19

    ol Chris and Willie are the dinosaurs of the music industry in my opinion, along with Hank Jr. well he sings the song lol. HAPPY BIRTHDAY WILLIE

  • @marleneyager3718
    @marleneyager3718 Před rokem +13

    I saw Kris at a concert at the music circus n Massachusetts in the early 80’s. I became a fan after seeing him in the movie, Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid. Have loved him ever since. His songs are poetry put to music. After the concert, his and his band went outside to chat and sign autographs. My husband, Bob was talking to Donnie and I was waiting to get an autograph. My husband shouted “Kris, can you come over and give my wife a kiss so I can go home”. Kris walked over to us, shook my husbands hand and gave me a sweet kiss on the lips. I was in heaven! I also saw him and Rita Coolidge twice. The last concert I saw him at was with my granddaughter three years ago. He still was great. A great, great songwriter.

  • @user-on6jk4zr4z
    @user-on6jk4zr4z Před rokem +16

    Love Kris and Willie. The very best and most listened to in my house. So glad to have seen them perform in person. Prayers for them to continue singing their heartfelt songs.❤❤

  • @connieenglish6145
    @connieenglish6145 Před rokem +23

    Loving Kris Kristofferson was easier than anything I'll ever do again...

  • @barbmcdonald1532
    @barbmcdonald1532 Před rokem +23

    Kris Kristofferson has always been one of my favourite country singer/songwriter/entertainer since I was a teenager! I am sorry i didn't get to see him in person but i am thrilled that he was able to perform for one of his oldest and dearest friends. Im happy for Willie that his good friend could be there! Awesome! 😢😊❤

  • @SportyOtterPop
    @SportyOtterPop Před rokem +19

    It made me sob again to watch this. Warmest love I can send, from the bottom of my soul, to Mr. Kris

  • @RichardHughes15
    @RichardHughes15 Před rokem +5

    Kris Kristofferson is the greatest songwriter of our generation. I was a shy kid who didn’t know how to express my feelings. I somehow got a Kris Kristofferson album, and I wore that thing out. I said “l’m going to write a song like that”. Well, almost a thousand songs later, and l haven’t come close. But songwriting is the one thing I love and still do. I wasn’t talented enough to make a living writing, but l won some awards, had 30 songs published, wrote some theme songs for radio shows. But not being good enough to do it for a living means nothing to me now. Songwriting has saved my life and Kris Kristofferson and the honesty that pours from his pen, has been the greatest inspiration to me. When Kris does go to heaven, the world becomes a different place. At least it does to me. I love you Kris Kristofferson.

  • @silvermaple7779
    @silvermaple7779 Před rokem +12

    My favorite memory of Kris will always be him as the "Rubber Duck" in the movie Convoy!!! What a legendary career.

  • @garyculver7846
    @garyculver7846 Před rokem +8

    I had the pleasure of working in a Movie with Kris and Burt in 1977 and Kris caught up with me online about a year ago. Thanks for Remembering Me My Ole Friend 😊

  • @dianamcilroy3312
    @dianamcilroy3312 Před rokem +31

    I HAVE been a BIG FAN ever since I saw him in the movie " A STAR is BORN " with the Beautiful Barbara Streisand ..... OH HOW The TWO of them MADE Such BEAUTIFUL MUSIC TOGETHER 🎉 🎶 🌞 sending 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹 ❤️💖💕💘🤩🤩🤩

    • @sherij7330
      @sherij7330 Před rokem +3

      Same:)

    • @annieh.8175
      @annieh.8175 Před rokem +1

      Diana - I also have been a big fan of Kris since I saw that movie...actually I saw it twice since I could not stop talking about it my daughter wanted to see it too. Now that was a long time ago and I was lucky to see Kris in concert when he came to California close by where I lived...I was in heaven.

    • @9.3-Dramatic.Arts-39
      @9.3-Dramatic.Arts-39 Před rokem

      Absolutely if I may simply say ditto to your words❣️
      1976-78 time frame 2-3grade it was Paul Williams (too much to list), David Crosby (CSN) & Kris (Star Is Born) brought music into my life
      Still I must have a full box of tissue
      & for those who might not have ever heard...
      Check out his song he wrote at 13 it is hysterical & great at the same time
      Love to all you fans who’ve posted
      I’ve so much enjoyed reading them...

  • @francismorgan4206
    @francismorgan4206 Před rokem +5

    When Kris played at the Casino Queen in St Louis,he made a reference to aging and how he had lived so long that the pretty girls reminded him of his granddaughters. I had been fortunate enough to get front row center seats and I responded that it sure beat the alternative. He looked at me out of the corner of his eye and after the last song,he stepped forward, leaned over and shook my hand. All I can say is WOW!!!

  • @brendacowan7210
    @brendacowan7210 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Rosanne, thank you for helping Kris through this. I broke down crying, still seeing his smile and the glint in his eyes. Your respectful, caring being, was appreciated by this fan.
    Thank you. Amazing tribute. 🥰

  • @sonjanewstrom6228
    @sonjanewstrom6228 Před rokem +11

    One of the true Country artists left. Music is just not the same.
    Johnny Cash and him were great friends!

  • @joemcmillan2089
    @joemcmillan2089 Před rokem +9

    Happy Birthday Willie.
    You and your music will be loved forever.
    As for Kris,: A Viet Nam Vet, a Rhodes Scholar, a Golden Gloves Boxer, a helicopter pilot, a Captain in the military, a professor at West Point. - just to name a few accomplishments...
    All he ever wanted to be was a song writer!!!
    So, he gave up everything including his family and went to work as a janitor where he was finally discovered by June Carter Cash. June lead him into Johnnies sights and finally he was recognized for "Sunday Morning Comin' Down."
    The rest is history as his career not only made GREAT MUSIC but also GREAT MOVIES.

    • @buddyrogers1353
      @buddyrogers1353 Před rokem

      Google is your friend. You might try consulting it every now and then.
      Urban Legends R U

  • @patfrazierpughhesselberth5879

    We all love you Kris more than you can know!

  • @lindaolson2691
    @lindaolson2691 Před rokem +12

    Kris has always cried easily, it proves he is a real person!

  • @helenheeney2284
    @helenheeney2284 Před rokem +10

    A complete and utter genius treasure gosh his lyrics 👏 never be repeated again soooooo thrilled hes happily married and has a beautiful family ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @sunnyd6019
    @sunnyd6019 Před rokem +41

    Kris is a legend and a kind soul. Was so cool to see him out there one more time. Its bittersweet seeing this, reminds me of the people we got so used to having around are getting very old. We will always have the songs, films and more so that is the greatness these men leave us when they say their final goodbye.

  • @jackiegreen7952
    @jackiegreen7952 Před rokem +10

    Waking in the morning to the feel of her fingers on my skin best lyric of all time

  • @tpatrick44
    @tpatrick44 Před rokem +9

    “Loving Her Was Easier” is my favorite of Kris’s. I was going to sing it at the Palomino Club in North Hollywood in 1979. I met a young lady who I had seen sing and asked her if she would do some background harmonies. We went out on the patio and rehearsed the song. I asked her to join me at a Party I was singing at and she said yes! She became my steady girlfriend, and then my wife a year later. So, “Loving Her is Easier” was TRUE for me…and a VERY Special Memory. ❤

  • @dennybarton3256
    @dennybarton3256 Před rokem +32

    My favorite memory of Chris was the first time Johnny Cash sang " Sunday Morning Coming Down "

    • @Julia67126
      @Julia67126 Před rokem +2

      IT'S KRIS

    • @dennybarton3256
      @dennybarton3256 Před rokem +3

      @@Julia67126 i thought about that after I posted the comment, hoped no one would notice,

  • @tonistime9157
    @tonistime9157 Před rokem +10

    I saw Kris years ago in concert at Billy Bob’s in Fort Worth. He was amazing and I’ll never forget that inimitable voice, his good looks and that smile! He’s simply in a class by himself - a true legend!

  • @orinkeplinger3233
    @orinkeplinger3233 Před rokem +10

    I recently randomly made a comment about the highwaymen on FB. Kris responded. I was blown away. He is and they always will be the best of country music

  • @charlotte50224
    @charlotte50224 Před 7 měsíci +3

    First off, Kris is without competition my favorite singer songwriter of all my life, and I'm 73! And this comes from someone who was a rabid Beatles fan, before I ever even heard of Kris. But even John and Paul don't match Kris's genius as a song writer. And though many people have covered his songs, only Kris can sing them with the heart and soul his songs deserve, imo! You asked for my favorite Kris memory. That would have to be during the first concert of his, I went out of 4 times. This concert was in the Muncipal Auditorium in Kansas City, KS, which is not a huge venue, and I was lucky to be in the front third or so, so had an excellent view. This was back in 1974 or '75, and I was already a HUGE fan. So I was pretty much hanging on his every word and note. Now mind you, as with most of the time in that era of his life, he was either, pretty darn drunk or high, or both. But anyone who was a Kris fan in those days wasn't shocked by that. It was kind of his trade mark. Now this did not mean he wasn't putting on a fantastic show. He was! He never missed a word or a note, what it meant was he had zero filter! And he had us in stiches pretty much every time, he'd stop to chat between songs. Well, maybe, halfway through the concert, some dude in the audience, who was probably as drunk as Kris, kept yelling at him, "Where's Rita???" Never mind the concert had never been billed as her being there. Finally after the umpteenth time, of him yelling that, and Kris trying to ignore him, Kris stops mid sentence! He gives the guy a level glare under those magnificent eyebrows, and says, "Rita?? Hell! Rita's pregnant!!!" Well, that shut the guy up, and the rest of us burst into raucous laughter!! 😁 Kris gives us all his famous grin, and goes back to whatever it was he was saying!! So, yep, that's my favorite Kris memory, unless you count every song he sang in the next three concerts of his, I was privileged to attend. And the last of those was during the time when he came back after the Lymes Disease treatment and gave us another two or so magical years, before retiring for good. I love that I got to see him during that time! Lord knows I will love Kris and his talent for the rest of my life. And yes, his two performances at Willie's Birthday party, though I only saw videos, moved me to tears, primarily at seeing his pure joy at being there!!

  • @user-xe5cz3dw8m
    @user-xe5cz3dw8m Před 4 měsíci +1

    There are so many memories I have of Kris growing up. I was lucky enough to have a mother and aunt who had great taste in music. I remember where I was and what we were doing when at 5 years old listening to Janis Joplin singing for the first time on the radio Bobby McGee. I remember Sammi Smith singing Help Me Make It Through The Night and seeing the man who wrote those amazing songs for the first time when I was 10 in A Star is Born with my Aunt, Grandma, and cousin. About 25 years ago my mother, aunt, and I stumbled near his ranch in Maui. When we found out it was the Kristofferson ranch we, didn't dare trespass on his property or try to meet him, we did spend the rest of the day in Hanna smiling and singing all his songs. He is as much a part of my life and special memories as Elvis. In a few years, we will be celebrating this special 90th birthday occasion for you!
    You are so loved and appreciated Kris!♥♥

  • @gwenhudson2798
    @gwenhudson2798 Před rokem +9

    I love Kris, he has always been my guy. My first husband introduced me to his music and I’ve loved it ever since. And him and all the highway men are beautiful people with beautiful music I loved it then before we started losing some of our guys and I still love it. I cryed listening to this just loved seeing him. And HAPPY BIRTHDAY WILLIE

  • @dianamcilroy3312
    @dianamcilroy3312 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Just LOVE Kris Kristofferson... My favorite of Kris Kristofferson was with Barbra Streisand.... A Star is Born ❣️💕🇨🇦🇨🇦🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹❌⭕

  • @jenniferminikin8692
    @jenniferminikin8692 Před rokem +8

    Love seeing Kris. Willie your voice sounds soooo good! At 90! Omg! And still playing guitar like you always have. Your an amazing man. I love you.

  • @vegasdano7569
    @vegasdano7569 Před rokem +9

    He wrote some of the greatest songs. Of all time, yea Mr. K

  • @snowserfireansmoke
    @snowserfireansmoke Před rokem +17

    He was tremendous in Billy the Kid

  • @michaelthoms
    @michaelthoms Před rokem +3

    Saw Kris in NH 5-6 years ago, for the first and only time… but have enjoyed his talent for many, many years.

  • @darlenesmith7154
    @darlenesmith7154 Před rokem +6

    Many years ago I came face to face wit Kris in the airport.....love him !!!❤❤

    • @davidholton9667
      @davidholton9667 Před rokem

      So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. How are you?

  • @craigdouglasmartens7037
    @craigdouglasmartens7037 Před rokem +8

    Thank you, Kris, Willie, Roseanne and the Legendary Band!!!!!

  • @barbrhodenizer4648
    @barbrhodenizer4648 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Have loved him and his music for 60 years! Balling.

  • @kathhornsey8874
    @kathhornsey8874 Před rokem +19

    Love both Willie and Kris, they are very talented.

  • @michaellukehart4276
    @michaellukehart4276 Před rokem +3

    Thank You ROSEANNE...YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A CLASS ACT...I remember meeting you years ago in OKLAHOMA City...
    Vince Gill was early in his Career...I was sitting with Vince's Mom...and Roseanne was amazed with Mrs Gills Ring...What a Memorable night it was....

  • @deborahfarooq3492
    @deborahfarooq3492 Před rokem +8

    Oh his is such a great great person.Kris. always loved him . Great actor and singer. ❤😊

    • @davidholton9667
      @davidholton9667 Před rokem

      So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. How are you?

    • @Fredjohnson2920
      @Fredjohnson2920 Před rokem

      Hello Deborah, how are you doing??

  • @SocTrangWarrior15
    @SocTrangWarrior15 Před rokem +7

    We used to work for the same company flying helicopters offshore for the oil industry. It happens to all of us but it's still sad to see someone get old and have trouble walking. It brought tears to my eyes.

  • @sarahgarner5425
    @sarahgarner5425 Před rokem +6

    I saw Kris in concert in the 70's at kings dominion park in va. He was great, and I've been a fan ever since. Here's sending him wishes for good health, and everything good.

    • @wildbillharding
      @wildbillharding Před rokem +1

      He came to the Barbican Theatre in York, England, in '93, with just a keyboard player. There were 30 of us in the 1,450 seat venue. To this day I don't know why so few were there.

    • @deborahjarvis9036
      @deborahjarvis9036 Před rokem +1

      Lucky you, living here in Australia 🇦🇺 we don't get these country legends touring.

  • @garyonderisin8338
    @garyonderisin8338 Před rokem +6

    as far as i'm concerned, kris kristofferson is the greatest country artist of all time. what a brilliant singer\songwriter! what a great soul!

  • @jbos5107
    @jbos5107 Před rokem +9

    Kris Kristofferson has been and still is a handsome man. I cry at the thought of him not being with us. Even with the short clip of Willie singing with George Straight (another fine specimen of man) Willie sounds like he's still got that voice we love. Getting old just sucks.

    • @RedBud315
      @RedBud315 Před rokem +1

      I'm a 60 year old man and I myself have gotten better looking with age but, I also think he's still better looking than me.

    • @jbos5107
      @jbos5107 Před rokem

      @@RedBud315 Then you've got older and better!

  • @Hog69head
    @Hog69head Před rokem +23

    Kris has always been a kind and gracious and a true performer in every way. I’ve seen him in concert a few times and he always put on a great performance

    • @marykelley5182
      @marykelley5182 Před rokem

      Kris is an icon and brilliant. Thx for helping us celebrate Willie and you too. 💙💙

  • @tonylennon7979
    @tonylennon7979 Před rokem +9

    Kris wrote some of country musics best ever songs.. Saw him three times here in Ireland. Always a great performance Very humble man. He is a living example that greatness doesnt save you from arthritis.

  • @janboggs4598
    @janboggs4598 Před rokem +5

    Kris was the sound track of my life, for the good times and the bad. God bless this kind and creative man who helped shape the artistic times in which we have lived.

    • @mfirst340
      @mfirst340 Před rokem

      Sending love right back smile more. Smiling can make you and others happy.Did you meet in concert?

  • @Shirley-wd3en
    @Shirley-wd3en Před 2 měsíci

    KK has been in our lives for 50+ years…our go-to music forever. Love, love, love him and his singing…and we saw him in. Concert too!

  • @evaheiser4083
    @evaheiser4083 Před rokem +4

    Das war eine schöne Geburtstagsfeier.Ich wäre gerne dabei gewesen. Herzlichen Glückwunsch Willie Nelson zum 90.Geburtstag 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @grahamrowley8393
    @grahamrowley8393 Před rokem +5

    I was fortunate enough to see Kris and his band in January 2016 at The Queens Hall in my home city of Edinburgh. Although almost 80 he did two sets of an hour each and he was awesome. He was just about to do a third encore when his manager came on stage and led him off because he was clearly exhausted! What a legend.

  • @Owen-kz3wp
    @Owen-kz3wp Před rokem +5

    My favorite all time songwriter there will never be another like him a true poet

  • @CraftyDawn
    @CraftyDawn Před rokem +13

    He was also an incredible actor. He was in both of the famous Dolphin Tale movies and he was so convincing as Hazels grandfather. And of course. He’s also an incredible singer and songwriter.

  • @ellengooding5239
    @ellengooding5239 Před 8 měsíci +1

    One night in the mid 70's Kris was singing at a club in Raleigh, NC. He sang a song with the refrain "if you don't like Hank Williams, then you can kiss my ass". After the show he was hanging out with the crowd and my friend told him I wanted to tell him something. He came over and asked about it and I told him "I don't like Hank Williams". He took a second or two to realize what I was asking and just cracked up and gave me a huge hug. Maybe the best thing that ever happened to me. Thanks Kris and I'll love you forever.

  • @z-man6925
    @z-man6925 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I remember my Mom and Dad loved country music. They got there music from the radio and great tv shows of their time. Shows like,
    The Johnny Cash Show, Glenn Campbell Goodtime hour and just like John 5, HeeHaw! I never seen them ever buy a record, that was until this unknown guy that they seen on Johnny's show one night, yes, they actually went out and bought a record album . That record was Kris Kristofferson's
    debut album! That's my first memory of Kris Kristofferson!

  • @TheGran8
    @TheGran8 Před rokem +1

    I got to see Kris perform at Gateshead, England and he was 82. He was on stage for more than an hour and a half. He was amazing and had the audience in the palm of his hand. To see him honouring his friend of so many years was so touching. God bless Kris and Rosanne .Thank you for posting this video.

  • @chuckpattyskirpan9931
    @chuckpattyskirpan9931 Před rokem +3

    I love this sweetie!! Wow fantastic singing! I could only dream of ever being able to enjoy your moments in music in life!! Every moment should be enjoyable and remembered with happiness!!

  • @cosmodozer
    @cosmodozer Před 2 měsíci

    I watched this when it aired, and it brought many tears. I was not a big KK fan, but my mom and dad are, and just thinking of how many years ago that was, where they would play him on the stereo, and I being so young, not paying much attention, but would hear it so many times, to the point I can still sing all the lyrics.
    Cherish every single moment, wether it seems small or big, because something this SMALL from many years ago, could bring this many BIG tears many many years later.

  • @elizabethwooley7549
    @elizabethwooley7549 Před rokem +6

    Happy Birthday you have been my favorite for a long time❤❤❤❤

    • @davidholton9667
      @davidholton9667 Před rokem

      So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. How are you?

  • @user-km7bq2fe3k
    @user-km7bq2fe3k Před 7 měsíci +1

    Happy 90 Willie ❤love you help unload your bus in owensboro ky 1986❤

  • @pamelalawson1452
    @pamelalawson1452 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Loved loved loved him in so many things. I just watched a star is born he was just gorgeous in that . I hope he's still happy in his life.😊

  • @pambutler2490
    @pambutler2490 Před rokem +4

    I LOVE BOTH OFTHESE GUYS, AND HAD THE HONOR TO SEE THEM TOGETHER IN CONCERT IN HAWAII IN 79 I BELIEVE! IT'S S STILL ONE OF MY FAVORITE SHOWS EVER!! I ALSO LOVE THEIR HUMANITARIANISM AS WELL AS THEIR AMAZING TALENTS AND MUSIC THEY'VE SHARED WITH US FOR ALL THESE YEARS... VERY HONORABLE AND RESPECTED MEN MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS THEM BOTH🙏🙏🙏 HAPPY BIRTHDAY WILLIE ANA MANY MORE. XOXO 😘😘😘

  • @berto01
    @berto01 Před rokem +4

    Got too see him perform with Merles Haggards band "The Strangers" 3or 4 years ago and he was amazing. Played and sang beautiful for at least an hour. He closed with an amazing rendition of "Why Me Lord" and had thousands of us singing with him. I had no idea so many people would know that song!

  • @banjobandit3270
    @banjobandit3270 Před rokem +19

    I cried during the whole performance

    • @vanessalittle-sellers7981
      @vanessalittle-sellers7981 Před rokem +7

      I did too!! It was such a tender touching performance!! Roseanne is just like a daughter and you could see the love between them!! So beautiful!! I would say that’s it’s heartbreaking to see these guys in their last days!! What will we do without them?? ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

    • @elvis2014
      @elvis2014 Před rokem

      I did too but I caught a break cuz I already was

  • @lynnehenry9077
    @lynnehenry9077 Před rokem +1

    Thursday, June 22nd ---- TODAY ---- Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Kris, Happy Birthday to you!!!! I hope you find peace on this your natal day, and I so hope you realize how special you''ve been to so many of us!!!!! You've been my hero, my role model, my life-saver SO MANY TIMES!!!!! You gave me the courage to live a more truly honest, life-changing, fearless life than I ever would have been able to do without you. And that hug you gave me after that concert in New York City will go with me even into a next lifetime!!! It's tucked in my heart forever!!! I love you so much, Kris!!! Be at peace!!! Lynne Henry

  • @joemcglue2881
    @joemcglue2881 Před rokem

    i followed all these singer for all of my adult years & still doing same at 76yrs but now i shiver with feeling missing them
    every time i download & i doe it a lot
    thank god i heard their talent

  • @ssmouse77
    @ssmouse77 Před rokem +9

    Bless his big heart. I love Kris Kristofferson. One of the best song writers ever. So very handsome and a great actor too. 😎

    • @donnacleveland-vp9wn
      @donnacleveland-vp9wn Před rokem +1

      Them blue eyes

    • @susanboyter9034
      @susanboyter9034 Před rokem +1

      Agree. And do you notice he still has that great easy kinda smile. I was probably about 7 or 8 when I said oooo I like kris. Then mama took me to see him at carowinds. I've seen him many times in person. Then I grew up a little and a star is born with him is my all time favorite movie. I have the cd in my car now and I'm getting old

  • @jameydenison2045
    @jameydenison2045 Před rokem +4

    His is what you would call a storied career. Watched the movie "Lonestar" recently. Kris Kristofferson really plays a bad guy well, yet he is considered one of the most genuine good guys you could ever meet.

  • @user-jm5bl3ex6m
    @user-jm5bl3ex6m Před rokem +2

    He is and will always be one of my favorite singer as well willi Nelson and everyone else in country singing ❤️ I am a big fan of country music

  • @gayleepple9776
    @gayleepple9776 Před rokem +3

    Love Kris to this day. I enjoyed his work with the Highwaymen.Bobbi McGee is a classic. Bless him and Willie.
    Also Roseanne was awesome.

  • @jillmaleson5781
    @jillmaleson5781 Před rokem +6

    I met Khris at a Bread and Rose's benefit in May 1982. I told him his music had been a comfort to me as I grieve the death of my 31 year old husband. He put his arms around me hugged me and said thank you for telling me that it matters

  • @user-ll3fv2ex3d
    @user-ll3fv2ex3d Před 7 měsíci

    I saw Willie and Kris in Minnesota. Best concert ever! Favorite Kris song is from here to forever… gonna jam on the cello or viola to that, eventually. 😂🤷‍♀️👍

  • @rocmiller3
    @rocmiller3 Před 3 měsíci

    I met Kris after seeing him in concert 11 years ago. I had my picture taken with him. He could not of been nicer. Absolute legend. It would be great if he write his autobiography .

  • @ianfeuerhake1859
    @ianfeuerhake1859 Před rokem +11

    Kris is the Rubber Duck! Also had a son that joined the Coast Guard

  • @familyiseverything1617
    @familyiseverything1617 Před rokem +7

    A classic legend 🤩😍🥰

  • @mickibayne4040
    @mickibayne4040 Před 7 měsíci

    Have always been a huge fan, both Willie AND KRIS. THANKS FOR SHARING GODS GIFTS TO YOU WITH US! ROSEANNE, THIS GOES FOR YOU AND JOHNNY, TOO

  • @JefftheBear1959
    @JefftheBear1959 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Class act. Meet him after a concert in 1986. Humble man, despite his massive talents.

  • @jossip1171
    @jossip1171 Před rokem +5

    Goosebumps...thankyou, Willie, thankyou Kris, thankyou Roseanne, thankyou all them good ole country boys, God bless you all !!!

  • @garytodd5605
    @garytodd5605 Před rokem +4

    You can take the old guy out of the military. But you cannot take the military out of the guy. His salute at 86 yo is and was as sharp as any active duty soldier today. Mr. Kristofferson, Thank you for your service to your country while in uniform and to mankind since you hung up your uniform. I have been a great fan of your music and it didnt matter if it was you or someone else singing it. You are a national treasure.

  • @cottoncandyog6106
    @cottoncandyog6106 Před rokem +2

    ❤❤😢 Love my "Highway Men" ✝️🙏🏽💖
    One of the 4 "Horseman "🐎 in my life growing up listening to country music they we're all my country musical choices..😢..i..miss them 😢 💔
    Willie Nelson we love you !... Kris you keep on trucking my friend...
    Roseanne we love y'all God bless you and, Daddy Johnny Cash RIP ✝️💖. 😢💔 HAPPY BIRTHDAY WILLIE ✌🏼✨😘 💋💨💨💨🎉

  • @notsosilentmajority1
    @notsosilentmajority1 Před rokem

    Thanks for the video. I didn't hear abut this event but would have loved to have been there. Man, we are so fortunate to still have these two greats. My wife and I saw Willie several (7, 8?) years ago and we thought that might be his last year of touring and playing. Thankfully, that's not the case. It would have been nice if Hank Jr. was there as well.

  • @sandramorey2529
    @sandramorey2529 Před rokem +1

    Lovely. Happy birthday, Willie. We love you a lot. Thanks Rosanne

  • @marciabenthin8145
    @marciabenthin8145 Před 11 měsíci

    Kris was one of my brother's favorite. He was almost 6 yrs older so I had other favorites. Kris grew on me. Then in '84 he was killed in a plane crash & Kris became one of my favs. We had teased him about looking so much like Kris when he grew a beard. Then came "A Star is Born" came along. Kemris & my brother could almost have been twins or at least brothers. My brother used to sit around with his guitar too. Many manurisms much the same. God bless you Kris

  • @lauralynn4504
    @lauralynn4504 Před rokem +3

    When I lived on Maui in 1978, I literally ran into him as he was coming out and I was going into Hasegawa General Store.
    I was living my best life with my “A Star is Born” Streisand perm grow out and as I greeted him,
    he was full of peaceful aloha.

    • @davidholton9667
      @davidholton9667 Před rokem

      So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. How are you?

    • @Fredjohnson2920
      @Fredjohnson2920 Před rokem

      Hello Laura, how are you doing??

  • @paulainsc8212
    @paulainsc8212 Před rokem +3

    I love Kristofferson and Willie Nelson. You’ll never beat the Highway Men

    • @lincolnmaceachern2410
      @lincolnmaceachern2410 Před 9 měsíci

      I missed my chance to see them in Nova Scotia in the mid '80's, but I did get to see Willie, with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, in my home province of Prince Edward Island, approximately25 years later.