Christine Baumgartner Marries Josh Connor Amid High-Profile Divorce From Kevin Costner

Christine Baumgartner and Josh Connor have exchanged vows, marking a new chapter amid Baumgartner’s high-profile split from Kevin Costner.

Wedding Celebration in Santa Barbara

On a picturesque Saturday, October 18, at Santa Ynez Ranch in Santa Barbara, California, Christine Baumgartner, 51, and Josh Connor, also 51, celebrated their marriage in front of a select group of over 100 guests. The outdoor ceremony took place just before sunset, imbuing the event with a magical ambiance.

Baumgartner dazzled in a bespoke Mira Zwillinger gown adorned with hand-embroidered floral designs, later changing into a sophisticated white satin Lihi Hod strapless dress for the reception. Connor complemented her elegance with a custom-tailored black tuxedo.

A New Romance Unfurls

The couple’s connection caught public attention following Baumgartner’s split from Kevin Costner in May 2023, citing irreconcilable differences after a nearly 20-year marriage. Their family includes sons Cayden, 18, Hayes, 16, daughter Grace, 15, with Costner also sharing three children with ex-wife Cindy Silva, and one with Bridget Rooney.

A Friendship Evolves

Initially seen together in Hawaii, Baumgartner and Connor’s relationship was cloaked in speculation, especially during Baumgartner and Costner’s divorce proceedings when Baumgartner described Connor as just a friend. However, by 2024, their romantic status was confirmed by several sources.

“Kevin had strong suspicions that something was going on between Christine and Josh. Their close [bond] was a real elephant in the room,”

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The bond, insiders revealed, turned romantic