Kris Kristofferson, New York City, Nov. 8, 2011 Photo by Frank Beacham Kris Kristofferson is 87 years old today. A country music singer, songwriter, musician and film actor, Kristofferson is known for such hits as "Me and Bobby McGee," "For the Good Times," "Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down" and "Help Me Make It Through the Night."