“Kevin Costner’s Ex-Wife Christine Baumgartner Spotted in Cozy Outing with New Boyfriend Josh Connor”

Christine Baumgartner’s new relationship seems to be blossoming.

The handbag designer was seen enjoying a romantic outing with her boyfriend, Josh Connor, in Montecito, Calif., on Saturday. The couple, who strolled arm in arm, stopped to grab green juices while dressed in casual athleisure. Baumgartner, 50, opted for a comfy look with spandex, a white T-shirt, and a cropped jacket. Connor sported a shirt with “Sunny” printed on it and a hat labeled “LA.”

Baumgartner and Connor began dating after she finalized her divorce from Kevin Costner in September of last year. Although Costner, 69, reportedly had strong suspicions that Baumgartner and Connor—who was once their neighbor—were seeing each other before their split, both Baumgartner and her attorney denied any allegations of infidelity during their contentious court proceedings.

Costner has described the end of his marriage as a “crushing moment,” speaking candidly about the emotional toll it took on him. In an interview with “CBS Mornings” in June, he explained that, despite the pain, he had to remain strong for his seven children. Costner shares three of these children—Cayden, 17, Hayes, 15, and Grace, 14—with Baumgartner. Their lengthy court battle over child support concluded with Baumgartner receiving $63,000 per month, rather than the $100,000 she initially sought. The divorce was finalized in February.

Meanwhile, Costner was rumored to be seeing singer Jewel, but he later denied these claims, emphasizing that they were simply friends. “She’s special,” Costner told Howard Stern, expressing his desire to preserve their friendship despite the rumors.