“Kevin Costner Focuses on Healing for His Kids’ Well-being After Divorce”

Kevin Costner Opens Up About Personal Struggles After Divorce from Christine Baumgartner

Kevin Costner has candidly shared his emotional journey following his divorce from Christine Baumgartner, his wife of 18 years. During a recent appearance on CBS Mornings, the Yellowstone star revealed how deeply he was affected by the end of their long-term marriage.

Costner described feeling “crushed” by the separation but emphasized his commitment to moving forward for the sake of his children, who, he said, are “looking at [him].”

“It’s a crushing moment,” Costner admitted. “It’s powerful and it hurt.”

The actor reflected on the need to stay strong and present for his children. “I can’t wilt like a daisy,” he said. “I have to go forward, continue to be who I am, and keep a special eye on who they are.”

Costner shares three children—Cayden Wyatt, 17, Hayes Logan, 15, and Grace Avery, 14—with Baumgartner. Following the divorce filing in May 2023, Baumgartner pursued a significant child support settlement to maintain a luxurious lifestyle, including private jets and high-end vacations.

The couple reached a divorce settlement in September, which was officially finalized in February of this year.

Christine Baumgartner has since moved on with her new boyfriend, Josh Connor, while Costner continues to search for his next chapter in life.