Kevin Costner likely hopes for a quieter 2024 after a tumultuous 2023. At 68, the actor is no stranger to media attention, but even by Hollywood standards, last year was particularly challenging for him.
Much of the attention was on his departure from *Yellowstone*, but the real drama unfolded with the news of his separation from his wife of 18 years, Christine Baumgartner.
In May 2023, Baumgartner filed for divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences,” leaving Costner reportedly shocked by the decision. This marked the end of a lengthy marriage and led to a challenging legal battle between the two.
As the year progressed, Costner appeared to move forward with his life. Reports surfaced suggesting that he is now in a relationship with singer Jewel, with the two spotted together at an event on Richard Branson’s Necker Island.
Though one might expect Costner to lay low, he made a notable appearance at the 2024 Golden Globes, where he presented the award for Best Actress in a Television Series with America Ferrera.
Their onstage chemistry was a hit with audiences, especially when Costner quoted Ferrera’s powerful *Barbie* monologue, which received widespread praise online. It was a lighthearted moment amidst an otherwise challenging year.
