Kevin Costner’s divorce from Christine Baumgartner has been one of Hollywood’s most talked-about breakups, filled with legal twists, emotional revelations, and headline-grabbing disputes. Here’s a comprehensive update on everything that’s happened so far—and what it means for both parties.

Just last year, Costner spoke fondly about his wife, sharing touching moments with their daughter and expressing his love for his family. Even after winning a Golden Globe in early 2023, he credited Christine for making the night special, despite being unable to attend the ceremony due to flooding.

But by May 2023, everything had changed. After 18 years of marriage, Christine filed for divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences.” The news shocked fans, who wondered what could have gone wrong after decades together.

This isn’t Costner’s first difficult split. Nearly 30 years ago, he divorced his first wife, Cindy Silva, resulting in an $80 million settlement. But this time, the circumstances were different.

According to legal documents, the split between Kevin and Christine actually happened a month before it was made public. Costner responded quickly, confirming that a prenup had been signed before their wedding, outlining spousal support, property division, and legal fees.

Insiders revealed that Costner’s demanding work schedule—particularly delays on the set of *Yellowstone*—strained the marriage. Christine reportedly wanted more family time at their Santa Barbara home, while Kevin’s career kept him away.

Even as his team considered moving filming to California, nothing could resolve the tension. Christine’s legal team insisted she never pressured Kevin to leave the show, but by August 2023, disputes over finances and child support were heating up.

Christine requested joint custody of their three children, and Kevin agreed. However, money quickly became a sticking point. Christine initially asked for $248,000 per month in child support, arguing that even this amount wouldn’t maintain the children’s accustomed lifestyle.

She also wanted Kevin to cover all private school, healthcare, and extracurricular costs. Kevin, citing a drop in income after leaving *Yellowstone*, pushed back, and the judge eventually set child support at $63,900 per month—far less than Christine requested.

The divorce also involved disputes over property and spending. Kevin claimed Christine withdrew $95,000 from his accounts without his knowledge to pay legal fees, and he imposed a $30,000 monthly limit on her credit card.

The couple argued over who would keep what from their $145 million Santa Barbara estate, with the court ultimately ordering Christine to move out by July 31, 2023.

Rumors swirled about Christine’s relationships, but both she and those involved denied any romantic involvement. Christine also described her plans to move into a $40,000-a-month rental and return to the workforce. She criticized Kevin for telling their children about the divorce over Zoom, rather than in person.

After months of legal battles, the divorce was settled amicably in September 2023. Both parties agreed to share costs for their children’s healthcare, activities, and schooling. Reflecting on the ordeal, Costner called the courtroom experience “horrible,” but both he and Christine have expressed a desire to move forward positively for their children.

As the dust settles, fans continue to speculate about Kevin’s future—both on-screen and off. But for now, the Costner-Baumgartner divorce saga has reached its end, closing a tumultuous chapter in the actor’s personal life.