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11 hours ago
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Kevin Costner shares biggest parenting struggle as dad-of-seven
Kevin Costner's biggest challenge as a dad-of-seven is gathering all of his children together in the same place at the same time. The Hollywood actor, 70, is father to three adult children - Joe, Annie and Lily — with his first wife Cindy Silva as well as son Liam from his relationship with Bridget Rooney and he's also dad to three teenager - Grace, Cayden and Hayes - with his second wife Christine Baumgartner and he admits having such a big family has its challenges. He told PEOPLE: "It's here and there now. Trying to gather them all [together at the same time] is very difficult as they all move through the directions of their life." However, Costner tries to make his homes as welcoming as possible so the kids all want to spend time there with him. He added: "You try to provide a place that they'll want to return to. I always design my homes for me and mine - for my children and their children - so that they enjoy coming back." Costner revealed the family were attempting to gather together over the weekend to support his 18-year-old son Cayden at his high school graduation in Santa Barbara, California. He said: "My son Cayden is graduating, so all the children are coming in to see him graduate. It'll be a four or five-day [event], hanging out for as long as we can "We're all really proud of him. [This is] one of those things that mark his life, and he's done it beautifully." Pictures taken at the event show Cayden wearing a green cap and gown as he poses with his famous father. Kevin's ex-wife Christine Baumgartner - who he divorced in February 2024 - was also at the ceremony but the pair were not pictured together. The actor previously admitted their split was a "crushing moment" for him. Kevin - who was married to the designer between 2004 and 2024 - told 'CBS Mornings': "That's a crushing moment. It's powerful. It hurt. But I go forward. I have no choice - my children are looking at me. "So I can't wilt like a daisy, I have to go forward." Kevin added he was determined to protect his children following his divorce. The movie star said: "I have to continue to be who I am and keep a special eye on who they are."
Daily Mail
12 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Kevin Costner's son's face says it all amid actor's reunion with ex Christine Baumgartner... as insider reveals the dramatic story of his high school graduation
EXCLUSIVE Kevin Costner's son's face says it all amid actor's reunion with ex Christine Baumgartner... as insider reveals the dramatic story of his high school graduation Kevin Costner and his ex-wife Christine Baumgartner kept things frosty on Friday as they attended their son Cayden's high school graduation. The Oscar-winner, 70, and the former handbag designer, 51, finalized their bitter divorce in February 2024 after a highly publicized legal showdown. Pictures obtained by the Daily Mail showed Costner icing out his ex-partner - who is engaged to his former friend Josh Connor - as they celebrated in Santa Barbara, with their son awkwardly smiling for photos. Though more than a year has passed since their blockbuster legal battle, the graduation made it clear the rift hasn't fully healed. The exes kept their distance, carefully avoiding interaction and sidestepping any direct encounters. In contrast, the father of seven looked giddy as he happily posed with Cayden, 18, and daughter Lily, 38, who he shares with ex-wife Cindy Silva. An insider has given a candid insight into the pair's awkward reunion as they endeavored to 'put their differences aside.' At one point, he wrapped his arms around Cayden for a proud photo and also embraced his eldest daughter Lily, 38¿whom he shares with ex-wife Cindy Silva¿as well as posing with Annie, 41, and Joe, 37, his other children with Silva Kevin Costner and his ex-wife Christine Baumgartner kept things frosty on Friday as they separately attended their son Cayden Wyatt's high school graduation in Santa Barbara (Lily Costner, Cayden Costner and Kevin Costner pictured) The Oscar-winning actor, 70, and the former handbag designer, 51, (pictured on left with the former couple's daughter Grace, 15) kept their distance at the event Costner and Baumgartner finalized their divorce after a 19 year marriage in 2024 - with their blockbuster legal battle playing out in the public eye - pictured 2022 The source said: 'They obviously knew each other were there but neither made any effort to interact with each other. It is pointless. The good days that they had in the past are long gone.' They added 'the day was all about Cayden, to celebrate him, to celebrate the achievement of graduating,' and while 'the less time that Kevin is around Christine, the better,' both parents put their differences aside for their son. 'Stuff like this takes precedence,' the insider said. 'So, being in the same place at the same time can be challenging, but at least it was buffered by a wonderful and amazing achievement and moment. 'Cayden loved that his parents were there to support him, it was a fun day and everyone knows the drill. 'Kevin loves his kids and made sure that his issues with Christine made no appearance to the festivities.' As for the former couple's dynamic, the source noted: 'From time to time, this is Kevin's new normal. His interaction with Christine is extremely minimal and this was no different. 'It is better off that way, nobody wants issues or arguments around special moments like this. 'Everyone stayed away, got through it and Cayden was happy and Kevin and Christine were happy for Cayden.' Dressed casually in a pale shirt, white pants, and a light jacket, Costner kept a low profile behind sunglasses during the event. Cayden and Kevin were all smiles during the festivities Dressed casually in a pale shirt, white pants, and a light jacket, Costner kept a low profile behind sunglasses The insider added that 'the day was all about Cayden, to celebrate him, to celebrate the achievement of graduating,' and while 'the less time that Kevin is around Christine, the better,' both parents put their differences aside for their son Christine, for her part, looked radiant in a floral dress, flashing a wide smile as she posed for photos with Cayden 'They obviously knew each other were there but neither made any effort to interact with each other,' an insider exclusively told At one point, he wrapped his arms around Cayden for a proud photo and also posed with daughter Annie, 41, and son Joe, 37, his other children with Silva. Costner's large blended family also includes son Liam, 28, from his relationship with Bridget Rooney. Kevin and Christine's other children — Hayes Logan, 16, and Grace Avery, 15 — were also in attendance at the graduation, posing for photos with Cayden. Christine, for her part, looked radiant in a floral dress, flashing a wide smile as she posed for photos with Cayden. She appeared relaxed and upbeat, keeping her attention focused on her son and steering clear of her former husband. At one moment during the ceremony, Kevin was seen watching from the stands alone, before relocating to sit beside Lily, where he greeted her with a warm hug. Baumgartner filed for divorce from Costner in May 2023 citing irreconcilable differences. Costner was ultimately ordered to pay $63,209 per month in child support — a far cry from the staggering $248,000 Christine had initially requested. The animosity also led to Baumgartner being ordered to vacate Costner's $145 million beachfront estate in Carpinteria just two months after filing for divorce. Given Kevin and Christine's contentious history, the frosty reunion comes as little surprise — recently reported that tension continues to simmer behind the scenes. She appeared relaxed and upbeat, keeping her attention focused on her son and steering clear of her former husband 'Stuff like this takes precedence,' the source said of the family event. 'So, being in the same place at the same time can be challenging, but at least it was buffered by a wonderful and amazing achievement and moment' The source went on to say, 'Cayden loved that his parents were there to support him, it was a fun day and everyone knows the drill' Although unconfirmed, it appeared that Kevin and Christine's other children ¿ Hayes Logan, 16, and Grace Avery, 15 ¿ were also in attendance at the graduation, posing for photos with Cayden The proud mom snapped a sweet photo As previously revealed by Christine is quietly planning a tropical wedding with her fiancé, financier Connor, just 18 months after her split from the Yellowstone star. Christine and Josh's relationship has sparked controversy since the beginning. During a heated court hearing in August 2023, Costner accused his ex of cheating on him with Connor—who was once a close friend and neighbor to the couple. Christine denied the claims under oath, but by January 2024, their romance had become public knowledge. At one moment during the ceremony, Kevin was seen watching from the stands alone Kevin relocated to sit beside Lily, where he greeted her with a warm hug The father-daughter duo appeared in good spirits, chatting and smiling throughout the event Lily leaned in for an intimate conversation 'Kevin loves his kids and made sure that his issues with Christine made no appearance to the festivities,' the source said As for the former couple's dynamic, the source noted: 'From time to time, this is Kevin's new normal' As previously revealed by Christine is quietly planning a tropical wedding with her fiancé, financier Josh Connor, just 18 months after her split from the Yellowstone star Costner's large blended family also includes son Liam, 28, from his relationship with Bridget Rooney Recently, Costner appears to be enjoying single life, embracing his freedom with confidence and renewed energy Baumgartner is now engaged to his former friend Josh Connor, less than two years after splitting from the Hollywood icon - pictured April 2024 Meanwhile, Costner appears to be enjoying single life, embracing his freedom with confidence and renewed energy. In May, he was spotted getting cozy with a much-younger brunette at a West Hollywood nightclub. The Dances with Wolves star has also been linked to a string of high-profile women including singer Jewel, actress Sharon Stone, and Hoda Kotb.
