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Kevin Costner Sparks Romance Rumors Following Grocery Store Outing

The "Yellowstone" star was photographed shopping with lifestyle coach Jennifer Milburn, fueling speculation.

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Kevin Costner Sparks Romance Rumors Following Grocery Store Outing

Kevin Costner, 71, has ignited romance rumors after being spotted grocery shopping with 40-year-old lifestyle coach Jennifer Milburn in Santa Barbara, California. The pair were seen smiling as they navigated the aisles of an Albertsons store and moved through the parking lot, taking turns pushing a shopping cart.

Costner appeared casual in white jeans and a white collared shirt, complemented by flip-flops and black sunglasses. Milburn opted for cutoff denim shorts, a long-sleeve white button-up shirt, brown sandals, and sunglasses, with her long blonde hair in a ponytail.

This sighting follows earlier speculation in December 2023, when Costner was linked to country singer Jewel. Photos circulated showing them together on Richard Branson's Necker Island. Costner addressed these rumors in June 2024 on "The Howard Stern Show," clarifying that he and Jewel are friends and that he did not know she would be on the island when he booked his flight. He emphasized the importance of their friendship and stated, "She's special to me. She's beautiful enough to go out with."

Costner's divorce from Christine Baumgartner, his wife of 18 years, was finalized in February 2024. Baumgartner filed for divorce in May 2023, citing irreconcilable differences. The former couple share three children: Cayden, Hayes, and Grace. Their divorce proceedings involved disputes over child support and their prenuptial agreement, with the former couple eventually agreeing to joint legal and physical custody.


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