How education and upbringing influenced the life of Kevin Costner. A timeline of key moments.
Kevin Costner is a celebrated American actor and filmmaker recognized for his contributions to the film industry. He has garnered numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award, highlighting his success and influence in entertainment.
January 18, 1955: Kevin Costner Born
On January 18, 1955, Kevin Michael Costner was born. He is an American actor and filmmaker who would later receive numerous awards.
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1962: Inspired by How the West Was Won
In 1962, Kevin Costner watched the film "How the West Was Won" as a child, which inspired his love for Western films.
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1973: Graduated from Villa Park High School
In 1973, Kevin Costner graduated from Villa Park High School.
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1978: Graduated from California State University, Fullerton
In 1978, Kevin Costner earned a BA from California State University, Fullerton (CSUF).
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1978: Encounter with Richard Burton
In 1978, while returning from his honeymoon, Kevin Costner met Richard Burton who encouraged him to pursue acting.
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1992: Financial Support of Democratic Politicians
Since 1992, Kevin Costner has financially supported a variety of Democratic politicians, including Al Gore and Tom Daschle.
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1994: Tatanka Sculpture Commissioned
In 1994, Kevin Costner commissioned Hill City artist Peggy Detmers to create a bronze sculpture depicting a buffalo jump.
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1995: Contribution to Republican Phil Gramm
As late as 1995, Kevin Costner made contributions to Republican Phil Gramm.
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June 6, 2004: Tatanka: The Story of the Bison Opens
On June 6, 2004, Kevin Costner opened Tatanka: The Story of the Bison near Deadwood, South Dakota, aiming to educate about America's westward expansion with interactive exhibits and a bronze sculpture of a buffalo jump.
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2008: Campaigning for Barack Obama
In 2008, Kevin Costner campaigned for Barack Obama in Colorado, urging young voters to get to the polls.
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2009: Tour and Big Valley Jamboree Incident
In 2009, Kevin Costner and Modern West toured with The Alternate Routes. In August 2009, at the Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose, Alberta, a severe thunderstorm caused a stage collapse, resulting in one death and forty injuries. A dinner with Costner was auctioned off for $41,000 to raise money for the victim's sons.
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May 2010: BP Tests Costner's Oil Separation Machines
In late May 2010, following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, BP took six of the oil separation machines from Ocean Therapy Solutions, a company in which Kevin Costner had an interest, for testing.
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June 16, 2010: BP Leases Oil Separation Devices
On June 16, 2010, BP entered into a lease agreement with Ocean Therapy Solutions for 32 of Kevin Costner's company's oil-water separation devices.
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October 2014: Tribute to British Troops
In October 2014, Kevin Costner sent a tribute to British troops serving around the world, thanking them for their work.
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December 22, 2019: Endorsement of Pete Buttigieg
On December 22, 2019, Kevin Costner endorsed Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg at a rally in Indianola, Iowa.
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2022: Endorsement of Liz Cheney
For the 2022 United States House of Representatives election in Wyoming, Kevin Costner endorsed Republican Liz Cheney for reelection.
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