After one of Hollywood’s most high-profile breakups, Christine Baumgartner has officially found love again. On October 18, 2025, the 51-year-old model and handbag designer tied the knot with financier Josh Connor in a romantic sunset ceremony at Santa Ynez Ranch in Santa Barbara, California. Surrounded by just over a hundred close friends and family members, the intimate celebration marked a beautiful new chapter in Christine’s life following her very public divorce from Oscar-winning actor Kevin Costner.
According to PEOPLE, guests described the event as “authentic, heartfelt, and so very them.” The ceremony blended rustic charm with modern elegance — a reflection of Christine and Josh’s shared love for simplicity, privacy, and family.
The End of a Hollywood Love Story
Christine’s newfound happiness comes after an emotionally difficult period. Her marriage to Kevin Costner — which lasted 18 years — ended in 2024, drawing intense media attention. The couple, who share three children — Cayden (17), Hayes (15), and Grace (13) — went through months of legal battles over child support, property, and their prenuptial agreement.
Christine initially filed for divorce in April 2023, citing irreconcilable differences. Sources close to the family revealed that Costner’s demanding filming schedule, particularly his commitment to Yellowstone, played a major role in straining their relationship. “Christine wasn’t happy with Yellowstone’s schedule delays because it caused him to miss so much time with his family,” an insider told Us Weekly.
After months of negotiations, their divorce was finalized in February 2024. Christine received a $1.5 million payout as per their prenup, along with a $63,203 monthly child support settlement — a far cry from her original request of $248,000 per month.
Finding Love Again with Josh Connor
Amid the heartbreak, Christine found comfort in friendship — and eventually, love — with Josh Connor, a Santa Barbara-based financier and father of three. The two reportedly met a few years ago, but their bond deepened after their respective divorces. Friends describe their connection as “effortless and grounded,” rooted in shared experiences and mutual respect.
By January 2024, Christine made her romance with Connor public. Just a year later, Josh proposed during a quiet beachside evening in Santa Barbara. “It was about to rain, so almost no one else was on the beach when Josh got down on one knee,” a source told PEOPLE. “They’re over the moon and excited for their future together.”
Inside the Santa Barbara Wedding
Their wedding at Santa Ynez Ranch exuded understated luxury. Christine wore a custom Mira Zwillinger gown adorned with hand-embroidered flowers, later changing into a sleek Lihi Hod satin dress for the evening reception. Josh looked sharp in a tailored black tuxedo, and the pair exchanged vows against a golden California sunset.
The reception was filled with laughter, music, and heartfelt speeches. “It didn’t feel like a celebrity wedding,” one guest told PEOPLE. “It felt like a celebration of two people who had been through a lot and finally found peace and happiness.”
A Beautiful New Beginning
For Christine Baumgartner, this marriage represents not just a romantic union but a renewal of hope after years of public scrutiny and personal upheaval. With Josh Connor, she’s embracing a quieter, more grounded life — one centered on love, family, and healing.
As one insider put it best: “Christine has finally found the happiness she always deserved.”
