Kevin Costner
Kevin Costner is an American film actor, director and producer. He was born on January 18, 1955 in Lynwood, California. He is of German, Irish and Cherokee decent. He attended California State University, Fullerton where he majored in business. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Costner married fellow college student Cindy Silva. They had three children together, Annie, Lily, and Joe. The couple divorced after 16 years of marriage in 1994. Following his divorce from Silva, Costner had a brief relationship with Bridget Rooney which produced a son named Liam. On September 25, 2004, Costner married German model Christine Baumgartner. Costner and Baumgartner have a son together named Cayden Wyatt born on May 6, 2007.
Fast Facts
- American actor, director and producer
- Born:January 18, 1955
- Birthname: Kevin Michael Costner
- Birthplace: Lynwood, California
- Has 5 children
Acting Career
Costner made his film debut in Sizzle Beach, U.S.A in 1974. In 1985, Costner became famous for his role in the film Silverado. From there he went on to play in the films The Untouchables, No Way Out, Bull Durham, and Field of Dreams. Costner won seven Academy Awards for the film Dances with Wolves in 1990. His more recent films include The Guardian, Mr. Brooks, and Swing Vote set to be released on August 1, 2008.
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