Kevin Costner Opens Up About Midlife Crisis and New Dating Plans Post-Divorce
At 70, Kevin Costner Embraces Dating and Nightlife After Divorce, Sparking Midlife Crisis Rumors and Concern from Friends
Kevin Costner is trading his cowboy boots for nightclub shoes, and Hollywood is watching closely. At 70, the Yellowstone star seems to be fully embracing life after his recent divorce, diving headfirst into the dating scene. This unexpected lifestyle shift has raised eyebrows and caused concern among those close to him.
Since his high-profile split from Christine Baumgartner, Costner has been living it up, with insiders describing his behavior as a classic “midlife crisis.” From rumored romantic connections with singer Jewel to flirtatious encounters with younger women at popular celebrity venues, Costner’s dating life has been both surprising and controversial.
Is this new chapter in Kevin Costner’s life really a cause for concern? The Oscar-winning actor appears to be relishing his single status with the enthusiasm of a man decades younger. He’s been spotted chasing younger women and frequenting exclusive nightclubs, leading some to question if he’s trying to recapture lost youth. But not everyone in his circle is impressed by the sudden change.
Recently, Costner was seen at the famous Raspoutine nightclub chatting with a mysterious brunette. This comes just 15 months after his divorce from Baumgartner, ending their 19-year marriage in early 2024. The actor once described the split as a “crushing moment,” acknowledging the pain it caused. Yet that heartache now seems to have given way to a whirlwind social life, with many speculating he’s in the grips of a full-blown midlife crisis.
The transformation began with cosmetic surgery and vanity treatments, followed by rumors linking him romantically to Jewel, which Costner dismissed as mere friendship. Now, whispers about multiple casual relationships and “booty calls” have fueled speculation that he’s trying to sow his wild oats before settling down.
Friends of Costner are growing increasingly concerned about his newfound “Randy Romeo” persona. They worry he’s making a spectacle of himself and urge him to slow down. Many believe that at his age, it would be wiser to seek companionship with someone closer to his generation rather than hitting nightclubs where he often stands out as the oldest guy in the room.
There’s also apprehension that Costner’s celebrity status may be attracting the wrong kind of attention. “He’s not looking to settle down right now,” a source close to him revealed, “and many of the women he meets are more interested in his fame than in him as a person.” This party-going, nightlife-loving Costner is a far cry from the private, family-focused man his friends once knew. While he had previously talked about finding love again, now, according to those close to him, “all he seems to care about is having fun.”
Despite the social whirlwind, Costner’s professional life remains busy. He’s deeply involved in Horizon: An American Saga, a sweeping Western epic he co-wrote, directed, and largely financed himself with over $100 million. The first chapter premiered in June 2024 to mixed reviews. However, Costner is currently facing a lawsuit from a stuntwoman alleging he forced her to film a non-consensual scene, adding another layer of complexity to his public image.
Whether this phase is a brief escape or a genuine new beginning, Kevin Costner shows no signs of slowing down. Still, those close to him hope he’ll rein in the party lifestyle before it starts to overshadow the legacy of the Hollywood cowboy they’ve always admired.
