Kevin Costner has always spoken fondly of his former wife, Christine Baumgartner, making the announcement of their divorce after almost 20 years of marriage surprising not only to their supporters but also to Costner himself.
However, sources close to the couple suggest that Christine, who initiated the divorce proceedings, had apparently warned Costner that she would leave if he continued prioritizing work over family time. Baumgartner reportedly struggled with Costner’s frequent absences and wished he would spend more time at home with the family in Santa Barbara.
A source mentioned, “When Kevin is filming, he’s not home much. His absence has been difficult for her.” Another insider added that even though Costner was aware of his wife’s dissatisfaction, he was still caught off guard when she decided to file for divorce. “Christine didn’t want him diving into another project. He’s been consumed with the filming of *Horizon* since last year, and she wasn’t happy about it,” a reliable source shared. “At times, his work has overshadowed his family life,” another source confirmed.
“All the excitement and focus on his new project probably pulled his attention away from home more than he realized. Since it seemed like nothing would change, and it could even get worse, it created tension at home,” the source further explained.
Christine cited “irreconcilable differences” in the divorce papers. Meanwhile, Costner’s representative expressed, “It is with great sadness that circumstances beyond Mr. Costner’s control have led to his involvement in a divorce proceeding.”
The representative added, “We kindly ask that the privacy of Mr. Costner, Christine, and their children be respected as they go through this challenging period.”
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Christine Baumgartner requested $161,000 per month in child support for their three children: Cayden Wyatt (15), Hayes Logan (14), and Grace Avery (13). Baumgartner pursued this amount through the courts, but Costner’s side eventually emerged victorious, despite the actor stating that there were no true winners in the difficult legal battle.
A judge in Santa Barbara reduced Baumgartner’s child support request to $63,000 per month, which is less than half of the $129,000 she currently receives and far below the $161,000 she had initially sought.
Reflecting on the situation, Costner shared with Fox News Digital, “When you share a long life with someone, there’s no winner in situations like this… It’s this big, unpredictable thing called life and how it can unravel so quickly.”
“One moment you feel like you’re on top of the world, and the next, you realize how vulnerable you truly are,” he added.
Following this challenging period, it appears that the *Yellowstone* actor has found a new romantic connection. Rumors are circulating that Costner is now dating singer Jewel. The two were seen together at a tennis event on Richard Branson’s Necker Island, which was held in support of the Inspiring Children Foundation.
According to TMZ, Costner and Jewel flew to the Caribbean, where they spent nearly a week together. A source confirmed to the publication that there was indeed something happening between the two, verifying that they had vacationed together in the Caribbean.
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Jewel also acknowledged Costner on social media, exceeding expectations by showing public support. She shared her enjoyment of the tennis fundraiser on Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands, noting how the event allowed her to relax, recharge, and bond with her son. She wrote, “This year, @kevincostnermodernwest graciously guided our young ones.”
TMZ reported that Jewel is discerning when it comes to relationships, and she’s seeking a good man, believing that Kevin might be the perfect match for her according to the magazine.
