Kevin Costner appears to have found happiness again after a difficult year. The Yellowstone star is reportedly dating filmmaker Kelly Noonan Gores, the 46-year-old ex-wife of billionaire Alec Gores, according to the Daily Mail. Rumors of their relationship surfaced last week, and the pair made a public appearance over the weekend at the JAS Labor Day Experience Festival in Snowmass Village, Colorado.
Costner, 69, is said to be “over the moon” about the new romance, which comes a year after his highly publicized divorce from Christine Baumgartner. “Kevin is dating and happy again after a very dark time in his life,” a source told the outlet.
The couple has reportedly been seeing each other for a few months, but Costner has kept the relationship quiet. “He has been seeing Kelly. They were together in Aspen in late July. He has tried to keep it very hush-hush because he doesn’t want this to go off the rails,” an insider explained.
Friends say Gores brings qualities Costner has long been looking for in a partner. “She is exactly his type and they have a lot in common: the outdoors, sports — she likes to surf — long walks with dogs,” one source noted. “Also, she has young kids, and he loves kids, so he thinks that’s cute. He says she is just ‘chill,’ which is what he needs right now.”
Another insider added that Gores “has fallen into his charm 110%,” while Costner “thinks she is very nice, super sexy, and likes hanging out with her.” The relationship is still in its early stages, but those close to the couple say the chemistry is strong.
“Kevin can get almost any woman he wants, and Kelly is his target right now, and they both are enjoying each other’s company,” one source revealed. For now, the actor seems focused on keeping the romance low-key while enjoying the excitement of a new connection.
“He’s looking to hang out with her as much as possible and she is all for it as well,” the source continued. Describing the spark between the two, another insider said, “It is hot and heavy right now, and the sky is the limit.”
Costner, who has faced both personal and professional turbulence in recent years, appears to be entering a more hopeful chapter. With Gores by his side, friends suggest he has rediscovered the balance and companionship he has been seeking.