Kevin Costner Faces Challenges Following His Divorce

Kevin Costner Faces Tough Times in 2024

It’s surprising to see “poor Kevin Costner” in a headline, but here we are: the Yellowstone star is having a rough patch. He’s grappling with setbacks related to his film Horizon: An American Saga, has been written off Yellowstone, and is now dealing with the emotional fallout of his divorce from Christine Baumgartner. To make matters worse, he recently learned that she is dating his former friend, Josh Connor, and the couple seems to be heading toward marriage.

A Complicated Situation

Sources close to Costner suggest that Connor may provide Baumgartner with what Kevin couldn’t offer. While financial support certainly isn’t lacking—Costner is obligated to pay her $63,000 a month in child support along with a significant settlement—the emotional toll of feeling like he was merely a provider weighs heavily on him.

The connection between Baumgartner and Connor reportedly began through their daughters, who were 13 at the time, but Costner and Connor’s history goes back even further. Friends say this situation has left Costner feeling deeply betrayed.

Seeking Closure

The news of Baumgartner and Connor’s intentions has left him feeling unwell. He never received an apology from Connor, which is a bitter pill to swallow for someone who considered him a friend. Now, Kevin feels blindsided and longs for some closure, but that’s proving difficult to attain. “He feels like he’s been stabbed in the back,” insiders reveal.

The divorce papers caught him off guard and triggered a wave of emotions that he’s still navigating. With his character written out of Yellowstone and Horizon struggling at the box office despite a $38 million personal investment, it’s clear that this year has been particularly challenging for Costner.

As he reflects on the tumultuous events of 2024, many are hoping for a brighter 2025 ahead.