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  1. Kristoffer Kristofferson (born June 22, 1936) is an American retired country singer, songwriter and actor. Among his songwriting credits are "Me and Bobby McGee", "For the Good Times", "Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down", and "Help Me Make It Through the Night", all of which were hits for other artists.

  2. Jun 22, 2022 · Under pressure from his family, a young Kristofferson joined the U.S. Army and became a helicopter pilot but left after several years to pursue a songwriting career.

  3. Jun 18, 2014 · Early life. As a teenager, Kristofferson was an accomplished writer and athlete. He attended Pomona College in California, where he played football and became a Golden Gloves boxer, a cadet commander of his ROTC battalion, the sports editor of the school paper, and an honour student in English.

  4. Apr 2, 2014 · Early Life. Kristofferson was born in Brownsville, Texas, on June 22, 1936, as the first of three children in a conservative military family. When Kristofferson was a boy, the family moved...

  5. Learn about the life and career of Kris Kristofferson, a country music legend who changed the language and spirit of the genre. From his childhood in Texas to his success in Nashville, his songs, his movies, his relationships, and his spiritual journey.

  6. Jan 4, 2024 · Kris Kristofferson was born in Texas, albeit into a military family, which made for an itinerant childhood. Eventually, he settled down in San Mateo, California, and enrolled at Pomona College. Kristofferson became a three-sport collegiate star in football, rugby, and track and field.

  7. Feb 13, 2014 · Kris Kristofferson, who turns 75 on June 22, 2011, came to Nashville in 1965, where he enjoyed decades of success. Take a look at his achievements and performances over the years.