History of Kevin Costner in Timeline
Kevin Costner is an acclaimed American actor and filmmaker recognized with numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award. He is known for his work in front of and behind the camera, having directed and starred in critically successful films.
January 18, 1955: Kevin Costner's Birth
On January 18, 1955, Kevin Michael Costner was born. He is an American actor and filmmaker who has received various accolades.
1962: Inspiration from How the West Was Won
In 1962, watching the film 'How the West Was Won' inspired Kevin Costner's love for Western films.
1973: High School Graduation
In 1973, Kevin Costner graduated from Villa Park High School.
1975: Started dating Cindy Silva
In 1975, Kevin Costner began dating Cindy Silva while in college.
1978: College Graduation
In 1978, Kevin Costner earned a BA from California State University, Fullerton (CSUF).
1978: Meeting Richard Burton
In 1978, Kevin Costner had a chance encounter with actor Richard Burton, who encouraged him to pursue acting.
1981: Film Debut in Sizzle Beach, U.S.A.
In 1981, Kevin Costner made his film debut in 'Sizzle Beach, U.S.A.'.
1982: Role in Night Shift
In 1982, Kevin Costner played a minor role as "Frat Boy #1" in the film 'Night Shift'.
1983: Commercial Appearance and Small Role
In 1983, Kevin Costner appeared in a commercial for the Apple Lisa, and also had a small role in the film 'Testament'. Additionally, he filmed scenes for 'The Big Chill' that were ultimately cut.
1983: Starring in Stacy's Knights
In 1983, Kevin Costner starred in 'Stacy's Knights'.
1984: Birth of daughter
In 1984, Kevin Costner and Cindy Silva welcomed a daughter.
1985: Silverado and Other Roles
In 1985, Kevin Costner starred in 'Silverado', 'Fandango', and 'American Flyers', and appeared in an episode of 'Amazing Stories'.
1986: Birth of daughter
In 1986, Kevin Costner and Cindy Silva welcomed a daughter.
1987: Movie Star Status
In 1987, Kevin Costner achieved movie star status by starring in The Untouchables and No Way Out.
1987: The Untouchables Release
In 1987, Kevin Costner rose to prominence, starring in 'The Untouchables'.
1988: Birth of son
In 1988, Kevin Costner and Cindy Silva welcomed a son.
1988: Starring in Bull Durham
In 1988, Kevin Costner solidified his A-list status in the baseball-themed film 'Bull Durham'.
1988: Bull Durham Release
In 1988, Kevin Costner starred in 'Bull Durham', further establishing his career.
1989: Starring in Field of Dreams
In 1989, Kevin Costner solidified his A-list status in the baseball-themed film 'Field of Dreams'.
1990: Dances With Wolves Release and Awards
In 1990, Kevin Costner directed and starred in 'Dances With Wolves', for which he won two Academy Awards: Best Picture and Best Director.
1990: Formation of Tig Productions and Dances With Wolves
In 1990, Kevin Costner partnered with Jim Wilson to form Tig Productions, and released 'Dances With Wolves', which won him two Academy Awards.
1990: Academy Awards for Dances With Wolves
In 1990, Kevin Costner received two Academy Awards for Best Picture and Best Director for 'Dances With Wolves'.
1991: JFK and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves Releases
In 1991, Kevin Costner starred in 'JFK' and 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves'.
1991: Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and JFK Releases
In 1991, Kevin Costner starred in 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' and 'JFK'.
1992: The Bodyguard Release
In 1992, Kevin Costner starred in 'The Bodyguard'.
1992: Started supporting Democratic politicians
Since 1992, Kevin Costner has financially supported various Democratic politicians after switching his affiliation from the Republican party.
1993: A Perfect World Release
In 1993, Kevin Costner starred as a criminal on the run in Clint Eastwood's drama, 'A Perfect World'.
1994: Divorced Cindy Silva
In 1994, Kevin Costner and Cindy Silva divorced after 16 years of marriage.
1994: Commissioned buffalo jump sculpture
In 1994, Kevin Costner commissioned Hill City artist Peggy Detmers to create a bronze sculpture depicting a buffalo jump, later featured at Tatanka: The Story of the Bison.
1994: Wyatt Earp Release
In 1994, Kevin Costner starred in and co-produced 'Wyatt Earp'.
1995: Contributions to Republican Phil Gramm
As late as 1995, Kevin Costner made contributions to Republican Phil Gramm, despite supporting Democratic politicians since 1992.
1995: Acquired company developing oil separation machines
In 1995, Kevin Costner purchased a company focused on developing oil separation machines using a patent acquired from the U.S. government.
1995: Waterworld Release
In 1995, Kevin Costner starred in and co-produced 'Waterworld'.
1996: Relationship with Bridget Rooney and Elle Macpherson
In 1996, Kevin Costner had a son with Bridget Rooney and later lived with supermodel Elle Macpherson.
1997: The Postman Release and Reception
In 1997, Kevin Costner directed and starred in 'The Postman', which was considered an artistic failure and won multiple Golden Raspberry Awards.
1999: Message in a Bottle and For Love of the Game Releases
In 1999, Kevin Costner starred in 'Message in a Bottle' and 'For Love of the Game'.
1999: Message in a Bottle Release
In 1999, Kevin Costner starred in 'Message in a Bottle', based on the novel by Nicholas Sparks.
2000: Thirteen Days Release
In 2000, Kevin Costner starred in 'Thirteen Days'.
June 6, 2004: Opened Tatanka: The Story of the Bison
On June 6, 2004, Kevin Costner opened Tatanka: The Story of the Bison, an educational attraction near Deadwood, South Dakota, featuring exhibits and a bronze sculpture depicting a buffalo jump.
September 25, 2004: Married Christine Baumgartner
On September 25, 2004, Kevin Costner married Christine Baumgartner at his ranch in Aspen, Colorado.
2005: Rumor Has It Release
In 2005, Costner starred opposite Jennifer Aniston in the movie Rumor Has It.
2005: The Upside of Anger Release
In 2005, Kevin Costner appeared in 'The Upside of Anger'.
September 6, 2006: Hand and Footprints at Grauman's Chinese Theatre
On September 6, 2006, Kevin Costner's hand and foot prints were set in concrete in front of Grauman's Chinese Theatre.
February 25, 2007: Grand Marshal of Auto Club 500
On February 25, 2007, Kevin Costner was named ceremonial Grand Marshal of the NASCAR Cup Series' Auto Club 500 at the California Speedway.
October 2007: Worldwide Tour with Kevin Costner & Modern West
In October 2007, Kevin Costner & Modern West, his country rock band, embarked on a worldwide tour, performing in cities such as Istanbul and Rome.
2007: Birth of son
In 2007, Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner welcomed a son.
November 11, 2008: Untold Truths album release
On November 11, 2008, Kevin Costner and Modern West released their country album, 'Untold Truths', under Universal South Records.
2008: Produced NASCAR Documentary The Ride of Their Lives
In 2008, Kevin Costner collaborated with NASCAR Media Group and CMT Films to produce the NASCAR documentary 'The Ride of Their Lives', and he also served as the narrator.
2008: Campained for Barack Obama
In 2008, Kevin Costner publicly supported and campaigned for Barack Obama in Colorado.
2008: Closure of Tig Productions
In 2008, Kevin Costner's Tig Productions company closed and was changed to Tree House Films.
2009: Birth of son
In 2009, Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner welcomed a son.
2009: Touring and Big Valley Jamboree incident
In 2009, Kevin Costner and Modern West toured, and at the Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose, Alberta, a severe thunderstorm caused a stage collapse, resulting in one death and numerous injuries. Subsequently, a dinner with Costner was auctioned for $41,000 to support the victim's family.
2009: Spokesman for NASCAR Day
In 2009, Kevin Costner was named the spokesman for NASCAR Day, and he later performed with his band and judged a contest at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
February 2010: Turn It On album release and European Tour
In February 2010, Kevin Costner and Modern West released their second album, 'Turn It On', in Europe, followed by a European tour.
May 2010: BP tested Ocean Therapy Solutions machines
In late May 2010, amidst the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, BP tested six oil separation machines from Ocean Therapy Solutions, a company in which Kevin Costner held an interest.
June 16, 2010: BP leased oil separation devices from Ocean Therapy Solutions
On June 16, 2010, BP leased 32 oil-water separation devices from Ocean Therapy Solutions.
2010: The Company Men Release
In 2010, Costner appeared in The Company Men alongside Ben Affleck, Tommy Lee Jones and Chris Cooper.
2010: Birth of daughter
In 2010, Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner welcomed a daughter.
January 2011: The Company Men Worldwide Release
In January 2011, The Company Men was released in cinemas worldwide, following its debut at the Sundance Film Festival.
2011: Directorial Plans
In 2011, Kevin Costner announced plans to direct 'A Little War of Our Own' and team up with Kevin Reynolds in 'Learning Italian', though no updates have been released since.
May 28, 2012: Hatfields & McCoys Premiere
On May 28, 2012, the three-part miniseries 'Hatfields & McCoys', starring Kevin Costner, premiered on the History Channel.
June 2012: Federal jury rejects lawsuit claims
In June 2012, a federal jury rejected securities fraud and misrepresentation claims brought by Stephen Baldwin and Spyron Contoguris, ordering them to reimburse Kevin Costner and other defendants for costs.
July 2012: Performance at Telus World Skins Game
In July 2012, Kevin Costner and Modern West performed at the 20th annual Telus World Skins Game in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in support of the IWK Health Centre Foundation, donating a signed guitar.
2012: Hatfields & McCoys Miniseries
In 2012, Kevin Costner portrayed Devil Anse Hatfield in the miniseries Hatfields & McCoys.
2012: Golden Globe Award for Hatfields & McCoys
In 2012, Kevin Costner received a Golden Globe Award for 'Hatfields & McCoys'.
2013: Man of Steel Release
In 2013, Kevin Costner played Jonathan Kent in 'Man of Steel'.
2013: Awards for Hatfields & McCoys
In 2013, Kevin Costner won the Screen Actors Guild Award and the Golden Globe Award for his role in 'Hatfields & McCoys'.
October 2014: Sent tribute to British troops
In October 2014, Kevin Costner sent a tribute to British troops serving worldwide, expressing his gratitude for their service.
2014: Jack Ryan, 3 Days to Kill, Draft Day, and Black or White Releases
In 2014, Kevin Costner appeared in 'Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit', '3 Days to Kill', 'Draft Day', and 'Black or White'.
2015: Co-authored The Explorer's Guild
In 2015, Kevin Costner co-authored 'The Explorer's Guild: A Passage to Shambhala', a hybrid adventure novel and graphic novel.
2015: McFarland, USA Release
In 2015, Kevin Costner played coach Jim White in the drama film 'McFarland, USA'.
2017: Molly's Game Release
In 2017, Kevin Costner starred in 'Molly's Game'.
2018: Yellowstone Series
From 2018, Kevin Costner portrayed rancher John Dutton on the Paramount Network drama series Yellowstone.
December 22, 2019: Endorsed Pete Buttigieg
On December 22, 2019, Kevin Costner endorsed Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg at a rally in Indianola, Iowa.
2019: The Highwaymen Release
In 2019, Kevin Costner starred in 'The Highwaymen'.
2019: The Art of Racing in the Rain Release
In 2019, Kevin Costner voiced Enzo the dog in 'The Art of Racing in the Rain'.
2020: Let Him Go Release
In 2020, Kevin Costner appeared in 'Let Him Go'.
2020: Joined HearHere travel app
In 2020, Kevin Costner became a co-founder, narrator, and investor in HearHere, an audio entertainment travel app.
August 12, 2021: MLB at Field of Dreams game appearance
On August 12, 2021, Kevin Costner led the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox onto the field prior to the MLB at Field of Dreams game in Dyersville, Iowa, and gave a speech.
August 2022: Began production on Horizon: An American Saga
In August 2022, Kevin Costner commenced production on 'Horizon: An American Saga', a Western epic planned as at least four films.
November 2022: Completed production on the first Horizon film
By November 2022, production was completed on the first 'Horizon' film after approximately 220 days of filming.
2022: Endorsed Liz Cheney
In 2022, Kevin Costner endorsed Republican Liz Cheney for reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives from Wyoming.
May 2023: Production of Horizon films underway
By May 2023, production for subsequent films in the Horizon saga was underway.
May 2023: Baumgartner filed for divorce
In May 2023, Christine Baumgartner filed for divorce from Kevin Costner.
2023: Cindy Silva settlement value
In 1994, Cindy Silva received a divorce settlement of US$80 million, which is equivalent to $149 million in 2023.
2023: Golden Globe Award for Yellowstone
In 2023, Kevin Costner received a Golden Globe Award for 'Yellowstone'.
2023: Yellowstone Series
In 2023, Kevin Costner was still acting on Yellowstone, the paramount network drama series.
February 20, 2024: Finalized divorce with Baumgartner
On February 20, 2024, Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner finalized their divorce.
June 2024: Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 released
In June 2024, 'Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1' was released, garnering mixed reviews and proving to be a box office disappointment.
August 16, 2024: Chapter 2 delayed
Originally set for release on August 16, 2024, 'Chapter 2' of the Horizon saga was indefinitely delayed following mixed reviews and the box office failure of Chapter 1.
2024: Horizon: An American Saga Release
In 2024, Kevin Costner directed 'Horizon: An American Saga'.
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