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Kevin Costner has been a lightning rod in Hollywood once more over the past few days, with headlines bouncing between his business woes, social media moments, and public appearances. At seventy years of age, Costner continues to command attention, notably after attending the high-profile launch event for Airbnb’s new Experiences and Services, where he was photographed alongside fellow heartthrob Rob Lowe. That image, which he shared on his Instagram, unleashed a wave of adoring comments from fans and reviewers alike, who praised their ageless charm and even said Costner looks incomprehensibly amazing for his age, reminding everyone why he’s still considered one of Hollywood’s handsomest men, according to Parade.
Romance rumors refuse to quit Costner; following his much-publicized split from Christine Baumgartner last year—Christine quickly moved on and remarried—Costner’s own love life has been a target for speculation. The Express reports sightings with Jennifer Lopez in Aspen earlier this year after Lopez separated from Ben Affleck. Though photos sparked internet buzz, no relationship has ever been confirmed. Other tabloid chatter linked Costner to Kelly Noonan and even Demi Moore, but nothing substantiated has emerged, keeping his romantic status firmly in the realm of gossip.
On the business front, Costner’s passion project, the multi-part Western saga Horizon, is facing ongoing challenges. The List details that after self-financing these films—he reportedly mortgaged his California home and poured in upwards of $50 million—the box office results were disappointing. The first installment cost $100 million and grossed less than $40 million globally, leading to schedule changes and limited theatrical prospects for subsequent films. May brought further trouble when United Costume Corporation sued Costner's production company over $350,000 in unpaid costume fees. Topping off the drama was a lawsuit from stunt performer Devyn LaBella, who alleges Costner directed an unscripted and non-consensual rape scene during filming of Horizon 2. Costner has publicly denied the accusations and frames the suit as an attempt to tarnish his name, according to The Hollywood Reporter and The Guardian.
Costner was also spotted in the public eye at the University of San Francisco’s Silk Speaker Series on October 18, where he captivated a packed audience, sharing stories about his blue-collar roots, the challenges of his career arc, and the drive that led him to two Oscars—offering insights into the perseverance needed in show business, as covered by USF News.
One more note, he continues to promise new creative ventures: People Magazine previously reported on Costner’s upcoming docuseries about America’s Wild West, which he claims will “captivate and shock.” While there are no further major headlines about this project in the past 24 hours, buzz continues among fans and trade publications.
As controversy swirls and achievements accumulate, Kevin Costner’s legend remains unshakable in American entertainment and pop culture. Thanks for listening to Kevin Costner Biography Flash—be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update on Costner’s story, and don't forget to search "Biography Flash" for more great biographies.
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