Scorsese continued, "Spending time with Kris when we made ‘Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' was one of the highlights of my life. What a sweet, warm family spirit we all shared

The late great Kris Kristofferson is among the very few musicians to make the transition to acting and find just as much success. While Kristofferson continued to tour and produce brilliant new music throughout the rest of his career,

The esteemed singer-songwriter behind "Me and Bobby McGee" and dozens of other hits was also memorable on the big screen in 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' and 'A Star Is Born.'

Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images Martin Scorsese has added his name to the list of famous fans who are mourning Kris Kristofferson, whom he directed in the 1974 film Alice Doesn’t Live Here

There’s no better songwriter alive than Kris Kristofferson,” Willie Nelson, bandmate alongside Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings in The Highwaymen, said in 2009.

Martin Scorsese honored "A Star Is Born" actor and nine-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kris Kristofferson, saying that the pair's collaborative effort on the 1974 romantic comedy "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" was "one of the highlights of [his] life.

One of the most significant losses to entertainment, however, may be the death of Kris Kristofferson. He was both a successful singer and actor and even massive talents like Martin Scorsese are feeling his loss.

Legendary singer, songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson passed away on Sept. 28 at the age of 88. Access Hollywood remembers Kris' life and indelible impact on the world of music and beyond.

Kris Kristofferson, who died over the weekend at 88, was one of country music's greatest poets. His work elevated the genre and set a new standard for lyricism on Music Row. The big picture: Kristofferson's sprawling legacy includes well-known work as a singer and an actor.

He made a powerful impact on songwriting, performing, and in film. Nashville is saying goodbye to Kris Kristofferson.