Christine Baumgartner recently announced her engagement to boyfriend Josh Conner, nearly one year after finalizing her divorce from actor Kevin Costner. The couple got engaged during a romantic date in Santa Barbara, California on January 26. Baumgartner, 50, and Conner, 49, were first linked after she filed for divorce from Costner in May 2023, citing irreconcilable differences.
Despite initially claiming they were just friends, Baumgartner and Conner were spotted dating in January 2024. Costner had suspicions about their relationship even before it was confirmed. The couple’s romance emerged amidst a lengthy and contentious legal battle between Baumgartner and Costner over assets and child support. They eventually settled their divorce in September 2023 and finalized the proceedings in February 2024.
Baumgartner and Costner share three children together, sons Cayden and Hayes, and daughter Grace. The exes’ split garnered attention, especially with Costner’s alleged suspicions about Baumgartner’s relationship with Conner. Despite the drama, Baumgartner seems to have found happiness with Conner, who has been supportive throughout the divorce process.
Overall, this engagement marks a new chapter for Baumgartner after a challenging divorce from Costner. Despite the ups and downs, she is now looking forward to a bright future with her fiancé, Josh Conner.