Kevin Costner and Kelly Noonan Gores: A Casual Connection After Divorce
Kevin Costner has been spotted spending time with director and author Kelly Noonan Gores following his divorce from Christine Baumgartner. The two have been casually hanging out and were introduced by mutual friends. Costner, who lives in Carpinteria, California, and Noonan Gores, who resides in Manhattan Beach, have been getting to know each other and have spent time together in Colorado recently. They both frequent Aspen and have mutual friend groups, but their relationship is not serious yet.
Costner was previously married to Baumgartner and they share three children together. He also has children from his first marriage and a son from a previous relationship. Following his divorce from Baumgartner, Costner emphasized the importance of family and co-parenting. He mentioned that his family remained his priority throughout the court proceedings and that he was focused on supporting his children.
In an interview, Costner shared that he was looking for a partner who wants to be loved and feels like they are at their best when loved. Meanwhile, Baumgartner has moved on and got engaged to their former neighbor Josh Connor. Noonan Gores, who was previously married to billionaire businessman Alec Gores, announced in December 2024 that they were going through a divorce. She described the process as excruciating and heartbreaking, emphasizing the love and respect she has for her ex-husband.
Noonan Gores and Gores have a 6-year-old daughter together. Despite the challenges of their divorce, Noonan Gores expressed gratitude for the experiences and growth they shared as a couple. Both Costner and Noonan Gores are navigating new chapters in their personal lives and are taking the time to get to know each other casually. Their relationship is still in the early stages, but they are enjoying spending time together and exploring their connection.