On Monday, Costner was surprised to learn that his wife of 17 years, Christine Baumgartner, had filed for divorce citing “irreconcilable differences” and requesting joint custody of their three children. Costner, who is 68, was left “stunned” by the news, according to Page Six.
While there is no official reason for the divorce, rumors have been circulating that Costner may have been unfaithful. One social media rumor even suggests that Costner impregnated a crew member from Yellowstone, which Costner’s team has denied. Costner’s spokesperson has also denied any allegations of cheating.
TMZ reported that sources, Interestingly, this is not the first time Costner’s personal life has been the subject of infidelity rumors. His first marriage to Cindy Silva ended in an $80 million divorce settlement in 1994, amid allegations of serial cheating.
Costner’s friend commented that he was surprised by Christine’s decision to file for divorce, as he loves her and their children, and would take her back. Despite his public persona, Costner has previously acknowledged the challenges of marriage, saying that it’s a “hard, hard gig.”