"Our beloved Richard is with the angels now. He is free and soaring to those loved ones before us. How blessed were we to have known such an amazing and loving soul," Martin Rabbett said.
Law enforcement sources reportedly told TMZ that they are treating the 16-year-old star's tragic death as an accident. The sources also allegedly told the outlet there were no signs that drugs or alcohol were involved.
Kris Kristofferson died peacefully at home in Maui, Hawaii, surrounded by family. He was a Texas native whose songwriting redefined country music.