Kevin Costner Age, Height, Weight, Wife, Career, Net Worth 2026

Kevin Costner is a legendary American actor, director, producer, and musician. He rose to fame in the 1980s and 1990s with iconic roles in films like Dances with Wolves, Field of Dreams, The Bodyguard, and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.

Kevin Michael Costner was born on January 18, 1955, in Lynwood, California. He is the youngest of three sons—his middle brother died at birth. His father worked for an electric company, and the family moved often during his childhood. Costner attended California State University, Fullerton, where he earned a business degree. He developed a passion for acting while in college and began pursuing it after graduation.

Personal Details

Full Name	Kevin Michael Costner
Date of Birth	January 18, 1955
Age	71
Birthplace	Lynwood, California, USA
Nationality	American
Friends	Sutton Foster
Profession	Actor, Director, Producer, Musician
Net Worth	Approximately $200 million

Kevin Costner Career

Costner’s breakout came in the mid-1980s with roles in Silverado (1985) and The Untouchables (1987) as Eliot Ness. He became a major star with:

• Bull Durham (1988) as Crash Davis
• Field of Dreams (1989)
• Dances with Wolves (1990) — which he also directed and produced
• JFK (1991)
• The Bodyguard (1992) opposite Whitney Houston

Later films include Waterworld (1995), The Postman (1997), Hidden Figures (2016), and Molly’s Game (2017). He earned a Primetime Emmy for Hatfields & McCoys (2012). From 2018 to 2024, he played John Dutton in Yellowstone, a role that redefined his career in television. He left the series after the first half of Season 5 due to scheduling conflicts with his Horizon films.

Kevin Costner wife

Costner has been married twice. He wed college sweetheart Cindy Silva in 1978; they divorced in 1994 and share three children: Annie, Lily, and Joe. He has one son, Liam, with former partner Bridget Rooney. In 2004, he married Christine Baumgartner; they divorced in 2024 and share three children: Cayden, Hayes, and Grace. Costner has seven children in total and has spoken about cherishing family time.

Kevin Costner Yellowstone and Recent Projects

Costner’s portrayal of ranch patriarch John Dutton in Yellowstone became one of his most popular roles. The series brought him renewed fame and awards attention. After leaving Yellowstone, he focused on Horizon: An American Saga, a multi-part western epic he directed, produced, and starred in. He also continues music with his band Modern West.

Kevin Costner Movies and Iconic Roles

Costner is best known for classic films including Field of Dreams, Dances with Wolves, and The Bodyguard. His work in Yellowstone as the tough yet principled John Dutton remains a fan favorite. He has also directed several projects and remains active in both film and television.

Physical Appearance

Height	6’1″ (1.85 m)
Weight	Approx. 180–190 lbs (estimated)
Body Build	Athletic, fit
Hair Color	Gray / Light brown
Eye Color	Blue

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