Kevin Costner’s High-Stakes Divorce Battle Concludes
After 18 years of marriage and three children, former model Christine Baumgartner filed for divorce from Hollywood star Kevin Costner in May 2023, citing “irreconcilable differences” due to his workaholism. The split rapidly escalated into a fierce, highly publicized legal battle.
A major flashpoint was child support; Baumgartner demanded nearly $248,000 monthly. Costner fiercely opposed this, accusing his ex-wife of seeking funds for personal luxuries and plastic surgery. The court ultimately ruled in Costner’s favor, setting the amount at just over $63,000.
Additionally, Baumgartner accused The Bodyguard actor of hiding income and misrepresenting assets, claiming his net worth quadrupled during their marriage. Meanwhile, public scrutiny intensified as Costner was labeled “cheap” for aggressively contesting household items—down to pots and pans—while enforcing a prenuptial agreement that required Baumgartner to vacate his beachfront mansion.
