In previous articles, we have following the legal divorce battle between Hollywood legend, Kevin Costner, and his wife of nearly 19 years, Christine Baumgartner. Now the couples has reportedly reached an amicable settlement, and this article summarizes what appears to be the final chapter of the divorce saga as reported by USA Today.
The terms of the divorce settlement were not disclosed.
- The terms of the divorce settlement were not publicly disclosed, but it likely included terms relating to child support and legal fees.
The settlement resolved a contentious court battle.
- Baumgartner reportedly requested $175,057 in child support payments during a two-day Santa Barbara court hearing in August, according to People Magazine.
- The couple shares two sons, age 14 and 16, and a 13 year-old daughter.
- In the end, per People (see above), Kevin was ordered to pay $63,209 in monthly payments.
What is next for Christine?
- During the child support hearing, Christine testified that she was going to have to find a job outside the home to support herself and her children.
- Although at the hearing, she did not specify the job that she planned, there are reports that she is considering a role on the Real Housewives.
Divorce lessons from Kevin and Christine.
- Even with a prenuptial agreement in place, a divorce is not necessarily simple or inexpensive.
- As reported by Insider, Kevin was ordered to advance his wife $200,000 for attorney fees and $100,000 for expert costs.
- Some experts speculated that the money and the publicity were reasons why Kevin and Christing may have settled. The take-home lesson is that the cost and other downsides of litigation may be important factors in any divorce.
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