For decades, Kris Kristofferson made a lasting impact in the world of music and film. In fact, this impact will last long after his passing. This can already be seen in the ongoing outpour of love and support fans have given since the announcement of his death on September 29. The late star’s family shared a touching message with this heartbreaking news. Now, others who were close to him have their own heartwarming words to share, too.
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Lukas Nelson has been close to Kris Kristofferson from nearly the day he was born. How? Because his dad, Willie Nelson, was close to the country legend. As a result, Lukas was able to develop a close relationship with Kristofferson, noting that, aside from his father, “he was my greatest inspiration.” Lukas also says he “helped me believe in myself as a songwriter when I was a boy”
“This is me and Kris Kristofferson when we first met,” Lukas shares with the above photo. “… He embodied humility and kindness, and carried his grace into his words and music with unique eloquence. He was a great among greats. One of the coolest men in music. Strong and fierce, with a gentleman’s soul.”
Lukas Nelson Shares a Deeply Moving Message About the Late Kris Kristofferson
Over the years, Lukas has made it clear just how much Kristofferson inspired him musically. One way he has done this is through numerous covers of the singer’s own music, like in the beloved video above. Here, he delivers a rendition of Please Don’t Tell Me How the Story Ends.
“A Rhodes scholar who left the Oxford life to be a seeker… He was an aviator, and an inventor of phrases,” Lukas’ post continues. “Kris could land anywhere, and did. I grew up with him and his family. I love them, I love him, and I always will.”
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