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Kevin Costner is reportedly struggling to forgive Christine Baumgartner, the woman who broke his heart after 18 years of marriage. The couple recently finalized their divorce, and according to insiders, Costner is still feeling the emotional sting.
Following the split, rumors circulated that Costner had a brief fling with singer Jewel, while Baumgartner has reportedly found love with one of Costner’s close friends, Josh Connor. This added layer of betrayal has only deepened the actor’s feelings of hurt. An insider revealed that Baumgartner “threw him under the bus, hooked up with his now former friend, and tried to take his house and take him to the cleaners.” The source added, “A guy doesn’t forget stuff like that.”
In the aftermath of the split, Costner is channeling his emotions into his music. According to a report from Life & Style, the American actor and filmmaker is working on a musical project that will offer insight into his side of the story. “He takes his songwriting very seriously, and he’s got a lot of things to get off his chest,” the insider shared.
Rather than airing his grievances through public statements, Costner has chosen to express his feelings through his art. “He still feels like he’s been kicked in the gut,” the source explained, noting that while Costner isn’t the type to “kiss and tell,” writing music about his experiences is “about as close to a tell-all as he’s going to get.”
Costner’s decision to pour his heartache into songwriting underscores his desire to move forward, though it’s clear the wounds from his divorce are still fresh. The insider emphasized that, despite everything, Costner remains focused on his creative pursuits, using music as a therapeutic outlet to process his emotions.
As he works on this upcoming musical project, fans can expect to hear more about Costner’s personal journey and the impact this breakup has had on him. Whether or not the music will directly reference Baumgartner or the end of their marriage remains to be seen, but it’s clear that Costner is using this artistic medium to work through the pain.
For now, Kevin Costner is staying busy and focusing on the future, but forgiveness may still be a long way off.