Kevin Costner Makes a Rare Appearance with 5 of His Children at Cannes Film Festival

Kevin Costner Walks the Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet With His 5 Kids

Annie Costner, Cayden Wyatt Costner, Kevin Costner, Grace Avery Costner, Hayes Logan Costner, and Lily Costner were all present at the "Horizon: An American Saga" Red Carpet event during the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France on May 19, 2024. The event was a star-studded affair with the Costner family making a stylish appearance. Photo credit: Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic

Kevin Costner showed off his dad side at the Cannes Film Festival for the debut of his latest film, Horizon: An American Saga.

The 69-year-old actor was seen on the red carpet with five out of his seven children on Sunday, May 19. The whole family sported stylish sunglasses for this special occasion. Costner and his sons looked sharp in tuxedos, while his daughters turned heads in vibrant dresses, perfectly blending in at Cannes.

Costner was accompanied by his daughters Annie, 40, and Lily, 37, from his previous marriage to Cindy Silva. His son Joe, 36, was not in attendance. The actor's youngest children, Cayden, 17, Hayes, 15, and Grace, 13, also joined him on the red carpet. (Costner's son Liam, 26, from his relationship with Bridget Rooney, did not attend.)

Costner shares his children Cayden, Hayes, and Grace with his ex-wife Christine Baumgartner. In May 2023, it was confirmed that Baumgartner had filed for divorce from the Yellowstone star after 19 years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences.

Their breakup was messy, leading to a four-month legal dispute before they finally settled in September 2023. The official end of their relationship came in February when their divorce was finalized. (Baumgartner has been romantically linked to her and Costner's neighbor, Josh Connor, while the actor himself sparked rumors of a romance with Jewel.)

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Annie Costner, Cayden Wyatt Costner, Kevin Costner, Grace Avery Costner, Hayes Logan Costner, and Lily Costner were all present at the "Horizon: An American Saga" Red Carpet event during the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France on May 19, 2024. Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic

Despite experiencing challenges with his former wife, Costner appears to maintain a positive relationship with their children. In fact, he even gave his son Hayes a role in the movie "Horizon."

Costner, who directed the movie, expressed his pride in his son Hayes for making his acting debut in #HorizonAmericanSaga. He shared his excitement on Instagram on March 4, thanking fans for their support and love for the trailer.

The HorizonAmericanSaga has been a project over three decades in the making, with Costner leading the multi-film series. The decision to cast Hayes in the movie was an easy one, as the actor revealed last month.

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Annie Costner, Hayes Logan Costner, Kevin Costner, Cayden Wyatt Costner, Grace Avery Costner, and Lily Costner were seen leaving the red carpet event for "Horizon: An American Saga" at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival in Palais des Festivals on May 19, 2024, in Cannes, France. The family looked stylish and elegant as they posed for photos before heading inside the event.

Costner told Entertainment Tonight that he named his son after the character he plays in a movie, Hayes Ellison. He shared that as he watched his son grow up, he felt motivated to make the movie. Costner mentioned that his son, Hayes, did not have to audition for his role in the movie and did a great job in his small part.

Costner explained that he values the importance of giving young actors the opportunity to showcase their talent. However, in some cases, he believed that a certain actor was capable of handling a particular role, so he decided to cast him. This decision has created a lasting bond between them, even though they do not share any scenes together in the film.

During the premiere of Horizon at Cannes, Costner was overwhelmed with emotion when the audience gave him a standing ovation that lasted for a remarkable 10 minutes.

"I apologize for making you clap for so long just for me to realize I should speak," he mentioned in his speech following the film. "It was a great moment, not only for me, but also for the actors who were with me, and for those who supported me and kept working hard. The entertainment industry is quite unique, and I am grateful to have found my place in it. There truly is no place like this."

Editor's P/S:

The article focuses on Kevin Costner's appearance at the Cannes Film Festival with five of his children, showcasing their stylish presence and the actor's close bond with them. It provides insights into Costner's family dynamics, including the absence of his son Joe and the messy divorce from his ex-wife Christine Baumgartner. Despite the challenges, Costner appears to maintain a positive relationship with his children, as evidenced by his involvement of Hayes in his latest film, "Horizon."

The article highlights Costner's pride in his son's acting debut and the significance of the film, which has been a project close to his heart for over three decades. It reveals that Costner named his son Hayes after a character he played in a movie and that he believes in giving young actors opportunities to showcase their talent. The article concludes with Costner's emotional response to the standing ovation he received at the Cannes premiere, expressing his gratitude for the support and his appreciation for the unique nature of the entertainment industry.