Kris Kristofferson raised eight kids — Tracy, Kris Jr., Casey, Jesse, Jody, Johnny, Kelly Marie and Blake — before his death on Sept. 28 Emily Weaver is a contributing writer at PEOPLE.

The couple welcomed their second child, Kris Kristofferson Jr., in 1968 but sadly called it quits the following year. Then, ...

Kris Kristofferson Jr., and Casey—from previous relationships. In total, Kris had eight children. The late Country singer ...

Kris Kristofferson was a true master of country songwriting, and these five incredible legacy songs prove that notion.

Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Kris Kristofferson passed away late last month, and fans are still mourning the loss of the beloved musician and actor. As is usually ...

Ernest’s selection of Kristofferson’s song is rather surprising given his country style. The 33-year-old musician is heavily entrenched in the commercialized Nashville country music scene ...