Kevin Costner

Kevin Costner starred as Eliot Ness in the film 'The Untouchables', which was released on June 5, 1987. The film showcased the story of a federal agent's efforts to bring down notorious gangster Al Capone. Costner's performance alongside powerful actors like Sean Connery and Robert De Niro earned him significant acclaim and helped establish him as a major Hollywood actor.

'Dances with Wolves' was released on November 21, 1990. Kevin Costner not only starred in the film as Lieutenant John J. Dunbar but also made his directorial debut with this film. The movie was critically acclaimed and won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director for Kevin Costner. It tells the story of a Union Army lieutenant who travels to the American frontier and interacts with a group of Sioux Indians.

Kevin Costner married Cindy Silva on May 25, 1991. This was a significant personal event in Costner's life. The couple met while attending California State University, Fullerton, and married young. They were together for about 16 years before divorcing in 1994. During their marriage, they had three children together. The marriage was part of Costner's journey in balancing a growing Hollywood career with family life.

'Waterworld', starring Kevin Costner, was released on July 28, 1995. The film is set in a dystopian future where the polar ice caps have melted and submerged the world's continents. Costner plays a drifter known as "The Mariner" who assists two women in their quest for dry land. Despite facing production challenges and being dubbed the most expensive film at the time, 'Waterworld' eventually earned a cult following.

Kevin Costner directed and starred in the post-apocalyptic film 'The Postman', released on August 11, 2000. The movie, based on David Brin's novel of the same name, is about a drifter who becomes a symbol of hope for the isolated pockets of post-apocalyptic America by delivering old mail. While 'The Postman' was a commercial failure and critically panned, Costner's commitment to the film highlighted his passion for epic storytelling.

Kevin Costner starred in, directed, and produced the Western film 'Open Range', released on October 31, 2003. The movie features Costner alongside Robert Duvall and Annette Bening and tells the story of a former gunslinger who is forced to take up arms again when he and his cattle crew are threatened by a corrupt rancher. 'Open Range' was praised for its beautiful cinematography and Costner's direction, re-establishing his reputation in Hollywood.

On June 15, 2007, Kevin Costner starred in the psychological thriller 'Mr. Brooks', playing a dual-role of a successful businessman who harbors a dark secret as a serial killer. This film showcased a different side of Costner's acting prowess, helping to diversify his roles beyond the typical hero or leader character. 'Mr. Brooks' received mixed reviews, but Costner's performance was often highlighted as a strong point of the film.

Kevin Costner married his girlfriend Christine Baumgartner on November 3, 2012. Baumgartner is a model and handbag designer. The wedding took place at Costner's ranch in Aspen, Colorado, in a beautiful and intimate ceremony. This marriage came after Costner's previous relationship with Bridget Rooney, with whom he has a son. Costner and Baumgartner have three children together and continue to be a strong family unit.

The TV series 'Yellowstone' premiered on June 18, 2018, starring Kevin Costner as John Dutton, the head of a powerful Montana ranching family. The series explores the Dutton family's conflicts with encroaching land developers, an Indian reservation, and a national park. Costner's role as Dutton has been a critical and commercial success, rejuvenating his career in television. 'Yellowstone' quickly gained a massive following, becoming one of cable's most-watched drama series.

Kevin Costner was inducted into the Texas Film Hall of Fame on May 24, 2019. The ceremony took place during the Annual Texas Film Awards in Austin, Texas. This honor recognized Costner's substantial contribution to the film industry and his impact on film culture, which includes his significant work on films that are culturally significant to Texas and portray powerful narratives about the American West.