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SHOCKING SPECIAL NEWS: Shooter Jennings, Now 46, Finally Speaks Out About Kris Kristofferson — Confirms What Fans Have Suspected for Years
In a revelation that’s sent shockwaves through the world of classic country and outlaw music, Shooter Jennings, now 46 years old and the son of the late Waylon Jennings, has finally broken his silence about one of the most legendary figures in his father’s life — Kris Kristofferson.
In a recent candid interview, Shooter spoke with raw honesty about the relationship between his father and Kristofferson — a bond forged in rebellion, music, and mutual respect. For decades, fans have speculated about the depth of their connection, and now, Shooter is setting the record straight.
“Kris wasn’t just my dad’s friend. He was family. A brother in every way but blood,” Shooter said. “People always talk about The Highwaymen as a supergroup, but to them — to my dad and Kris — it was a lifeline. A shared mission. They weren’t just singing songs. They were holding each other up.”
Shooter went on to reveal what many have long suspected: that Kris Kristofferson was one of the emotional anchors in Waylon’s life during his toughest years — both personally and professionally. Through the highs of fame and the lows of addiction and self-doubt, Kris was there.
“He showed up when it mattered. When others stepped back, Kris stepped in,” Shooter said. “He helped save my dad more than once—spiritually, mentally. He never took credit. He just kept showing up.”
This confession has resonated deeply with longtime fans, who always sensed something profound behind the scenes of The Highwaymen’s legendary collaborations. It was more than music. It was a brotherhood forged not just onstage, but in life’s most vulnerable places.
Shooter’s emotional tribute reminds us that behind every legend stands another — often quietly, with loyalty and grace. And in this case, Kris Kristofferson was that quiet giant, standing beside Waylon Jennings, shaping not only the music but the man himself.
As Shooter closed, his voice softened:
“If my dad were here, he’d say the same thing — ‘I couldn’t have done it without Kris.’”