Kevin Costner’s estranged wife, Christine Baumgartner, reveals the couple’s high spending and A-list lifestyle in her bid to collect $248,000 a month in child support from the actor.
Baumgartner’s latest filing for her divorce from Costner revealed that the Hollywood star brought in exactly $19,517,064 in 2022 and that the family spent $6,645,285 in expenses, not including taxes.
She explained how the couple “traveled the world in private jets, staying in luxury hotels and private homes,” while shelling out $25,806 in boating costs, $21,807.67 in spa services, and $542,303.47 in gardeners.
And even if she gets $248,000 a month, Baumgartner says that “is less than the amount needed to keep the kids in their usual lifestyle.”
She insisted that the actual figure was higher. “As set forth above, the amount required to maintain the children’s current lifestyle is $332,264 per month, which is 60% of what our family has spent,” she wrote.
Kevin Costner’s estranged wife, Christine Baumgartner, exposed her husband’s exorbitant wealth and how they splashed thousands on their ostentatious lifestyle
Baumgartner’s final filing for her divorce from Costner reveals that the Hollywood star took in exactly $19,517,064 in 2022 and that the family spent $6,645,285 in expenses, not including taxes
And even at $248,000 a month, Baumgartner says that’s “less than the amount needed to keep the kids in their usual lifestyle.” The couple share three children aged 13, 14 and 16
She also demands that he pay 100% of their private tuition, extracurricular activities and health care. Both she and Costner have agreed to joint custody.
The couple shares Grace, 13, Hayes, 14, and 16-year-old Cayden.
“It is important not only to provide our children with a warm and comfortable home, but also to teach them family values and gratitude,” she wrote. “I understand that based on Kevin’s income, the child support guideline would be $152,681 per month in 2022.”
Baumgartner produced extensive financial numbers with her paperwork, provided by Costner’s accountant.
They revealed that the income of more than $19 million in 2022 included rent on his extensive properties. Family expenses, excluding taxes, were $6,645,285. And the star paid $3,665,459 in federal income tax plus $1,171,699 in California state income tax.
Among his earnings was $2,312,458 in rent for his Aspen ranch and $503,000 in renting a beach club—one of three properties on the Carpinteria property, the largest of which was the family home.
He gave gifts worth $830,504, paid $24,375 in auto insurance and $25,806 in boat expenses. $36,465 was also given to charity and $238,530 in medical expenses.
Carpinteria’s main home will cost $1,178,147 to run in 2022, with $150,590 under the heading of “gardener” and another $273,805 for “gardener-extra work.” It cost $64,527 for cleaning, $188,290 for insurance, and $77,603 for property taxes.
Repairs and maintenance cost $153,929, while utilities cost $43,569. Despite Costner’s $250 million fortune, there was an $86,163 mortgage interest payment.
The paperwork shows that the Aspen compound cost $1,964,294 to operate in 2022. Costs included: $91,999 for a ranch manager, $170,533 for other employees, $163,505 in insurance, $44,607 in internet, repair and maintenance of $331,057, utilities of $124,017, and $19,576 in cleaning. Another $459,000 went to “commissions” and $127,943 went to mortgage payments.
Also under the personal “profit and loss” section of the family’s finances that Baumgartner has filed for 2022 are: food and cash of $41,800, golf and club money of $34,434, hunting money of $12,000, $99,000 in cash, Christine’s Amex credit card expenses of $222,586, domestic help of $84,040 and personal trainer expenses of $12,851.
The paperwork shows that Costner’s Aspen compound cost $1,964,294 to operate in 2022. Costs included: $91,999 for a ranch manager, $170,533 for other employees, $163,505 in insurance, $44,607 in internet, repair and maintenance of $331,057, utilities of $124,017, and $19,576 in cleaning
The couple had a private wedding in 2004 at his ranch in Aspen, Colorado
Costner has said in court filings that his estranged wife has refused to leave the Carpinteria home, even though she signed the 2004 prenuptial agreement in which she promised to quit within 30 days if they separated.
Baumgartner, 49, wrote further glowingly in the present tense about her life with Costner to strengthen her case to preserve a privileged time for her children.
“In addition to our beachfront compound, our family travels several times a year,” she said.
“We vacation in the Caribbean and Hawaii and travel to Aspen several times a year, usually in the winter and summer. Usually we host family and friends on our travels.’
Describing the Colorado estate, she said, “The Aspen estate spans 160 acres and is truly one of a kind. It is located approximately 10 minutes from Aspen town center and is surrounded by a national forest that cannot be developed.
It features several houses and buildings, each with extensive custom features. It rents for $250,000 a week during peak season. The property has two large lakes and is equipped with a dozen ATV’s and snowmobiles that the kids love to ride.
“Kevin told me he was once offered $250 million for the property. In any case, it is an extremely valuable asset.’
She also said: ‘As well as travelling, we regularly host family and friends at our homes, often relying on caterers or chefs to provide most meals.
‘We have a team of staff who help with the demands of our large household and maintain the grounds.
“Our two oldest children went to private school through high school, and our youngest is still in private school, and we’re generous with their lifestyles. We are also members of several local private country clubs.
“I realize that our lifestyle is extraordinary. I appreciate how blessed we are to live this way.”
Baumgartner’s new filing for $248,000 a month child support reveals the Hollywood star brought in exactly $19,517,064 in 2022
Costner has said in court filings that his estranged wife has refused to leave the Carpinteria home, even though she signed the 2004 prenuptial agreement in which she promised to quit within 30 days if they separated.
“Christine has taken the position that she will not move out of Kevin’s separate residence unless and until Kevin agrees to various financial demands,” his own attorney wrote.
The court was told that he has already paid Baumgartner $1 million to move to a new place and gave her $200,000 in the early years of their marriage under the terms of the nearly 19-year-old pre-nup.
Baumgartner has hit back in her latest findings, claiming that Costner attempted to dupe her into diving into the money, thereby invalidating her right to challenge spousal support.
“I have no personal income and no assets in my personal name, other than a bank account Kevin opened when we got married over 18 years ago, and another account I had before marriage with less than $50,000,” she wrote.
“I recently learned that Kevin, without my knowledge or consent, deposited $1,000,000 into an account he opened years ago in my name, claiming it was paid pursuant to paragraph F.5.i of the prenuptial agreement.”
“Kevin is trying to enforce my concession that spousal support limitation is valid through my ‘acceptance’ of these funds.
“I believe Kevin’s goal is to get me to tap into this money, so he can claim I’ve waived my right to challenge the prenuptial agreement. I cannot make this concession.’
In other paperwork, Costner has asked the judge to seal the pre-nup agreement “in light of the confidentiality provision.”