Ashley McBryde Honors Kris Kristofferson with Acoustic Tribute at 2024 CMA Awards

The late country legend, who passed away in September, was remembered during an emotional performance of his iconic song 'Help Me Make It Through the Night.'

Ashley McBryde performed a stripped-down acoustic rendition of 'Help Me Make It Through the Night,' accompanied by a montage of photos from Kris Kristofferson's life.
Kristofferson, who passed away in September at the age of 88, was celebrated for his contributions to country music, acting, and activism.
McBryde shared that the song holds personal significance, as her father taught it to her when she was a child, making the tribute a full-circle moment for her career.
Kristofferson's legacy includes his work as a songwriter, actor, and member of the Highwaymen supergroup alongside Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, and Waylon Jennings.
Other tributes at the 2024 CMA Awards included performances honoring late country stars Toby Keith and Tom Petty.