Kevin Costner’s wife files for divorce
Kevin Costner’s wife, Christine Baumgartner, has filed for divorce after 18 years of marriage, citing “irreconcilable differences”, according to TMZ.
The designer filed for divorce on Monday, however an inside source has revealed that Costner reportedly did not want to split from his wife.
"It was not anything that he wanted or sought, and if he could change the situation, he would," the insider told People Magazine.
After the divorce was filed, The Bodyguard actor’s rep shared a statement announcing the split.
"It is with great sadness that circumstances beyond his control have transpired which have resulted in Mr. Costner having to participate in a dissolution of marriage action," the statement read.
“We ask that his, Christine’s and their children’s privacy be respected as they navigate this difficult time.”
According to Page Six, Baumgartner asked for joint custody of their three kids: Cayden, 15, Hayes, 14, and Grace, 12, in her filing.
The Dances with Wolves actor filed his response on Tuesday, also asking for joint custody of their three children.
The couple began dating in 1999 and dated on and off in the early 2000’s before finally tying the knot in September 2004.
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