What should have been a joyful family celebration turned into a study in silence and distance for Kevin Costner and his ex-wife Christine Baumgartner. The former couple, who finalized their high-profile divorce in 2023, were both in attendance at their child’s graduation ceremony — but kept noticeably apart throughout the event.
Eyewitnesses at the scene described the atmosphere as “tense but controlled,” with Costner and Baumgartner exchanging minimal, if any, interaction. “They didn’t speak. They didn’t even sit near each other,” one attendee shared. “It was clear they were there for their child — nothing more.”
Despite the chilly dynamic, both parents appeared focused and proud, applauding the graduate from opposite sides of the venue. The moment served as a quiet reminder that while their romantic relationship is over, their roles as parents remain front and center.
Though there were no outward signs of drama, the silence between them spoke volumes — a stark contrast to the warmth of the milestone they came to witness.