The ex-wife of actor Kevin Costner, Christine Baumgartner, shut down rumors of a reunion between them ahead of the holidays.
A close friend of the handbag designer explained that there was no truth to their claims of being “friends with benefits” because the former couple rarely communicated, and Baumgartner was still “disappointed” by his actions during their divorce.
Celebrating the holidays, especially Thanksgiving, will be challenging, but reconciliation won’t happen because of lingering injuries.
Christine Baumgartner Cancels ‘Friends With Benefits’ Rumors With Kevin Costner
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Amidst swirling rumors of a reunion between Kevin Costner and his ex-wife Christine Baumgartner for a vacation despite their bitter divorce, a close friend of Baumgartner put such speculation to rest.
Speak to Daily Mail, the friend stated, “Christine said there wasn’t an iota of truth about her and Kevin toying with the idea of being friends with benefits. Firstly, they hardly speak to each other and secondly, he has moved away.”
According to his friend, Baumgartner admitted that celebrating the holidays, especially Thanksgiving, would be “challenging” because “it’s a big deal to do with family, but he’s staying strong and moving forward.”
The source told the news outlet that reconciliation is not on the horizon for the former couple because “there is still a lot of hurt on both sides and she is still upset that Kevin and his legal team painted a horrible and untrue picture of her.”
‘Christine Baumgartner is relieved to have her own space’
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According to the friend, “Christine said she was relieved to have her own space and knew in her heart that she made the right decision. Of course, she hopes to one day have a relationship with Kevin, but it will take time.”
However, the insider added that Baumgartner is “focusing on his kids and creating a new home.”
The handbag designer is also reportedly considering a career in interior decoration, because “it makes her happy.”
“It’s always been a passion,” the friend concluded.
Does Christine Baumgartner Want Kevin Costner To ‘Let His Guard Down’ To ‘Make More Money’?
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At first, Online Radar reports that Baumgartner and Costner have started talking again after their long divorce battle, which ended in September.
The report suggests that Baumgartner intends to use this newfound friendship to get more financial support from the “Yellowstone” cast.
According to sources who spoke with National Enquirer, “Christine sees the positive side of being friendly with Kevin again since he left with less than he bargained for. They were friendly, much to Kevin’s relief. Even after all this bad blood, he still has a sweet spot for her.”
The insider continued: “But the feeling is that Christine is using that to her advantage — making him let his guard down in hopes that he’ll give her more money.”
They Arrived At ‘Amicable Resolution’ In Their Divorce Proceedings
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Baumgartner began divorce proceedings in May in Santa Barbara County Superior Court, seeking to end her 18-year marriage to Costner.
During the process, the former couple focused primarily on their three children – Cayden, 16, Hayes, 14, and Grace, 13, and child support arrangements.
However, despite their prenuptial agreement, child support arrangements and legal fees are in dispute.
The lengthy legal dispute was finally settled in September, with representatives for Costner and Baumgartner revealing to The Times that “Kevin and Christine Costner have reached an amicable and mutually agreed upon resolution of all issues related to their divorce proceedings.”
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however, TMZ reports that the mother of three agreed to terms outlined in a “3-page settlement letter,” avoiding a potential “more than $1 million” refund to Costner and covering her attorney’s fees if she challenges the judgment.
The terms of the settlement may mirror an earlier offer by Costner, who proposed monthly child support payments of $75,000.
Before the proposal, Baumgartner initially received $129,000 a month in child support payments and asked for an increase to $161,000. However, after a two-day trial in September, a judge ruled for the “Dances with Wolves” actress to pay $63,000 a month in child support for their three children.
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