Kevin Costner’s ex-wife, Christine Baumgartner, is requesting an increase in child support payments from the actor. Currently, Costner pays $129,000 per month in child support, but Baumgartner argues that this amount is not sufficient to maintain the lifestyle their children are accustomed to when they are with her.
Baumgartner filed legal documents, which were obtained by TMZ, that outline two main reasons for her request. Firstly, she wants to ensure that their four children can enjoy the same lifestyle with both parents. Currently, the children live with Costner in a luxurious beach compound worth between $65 million and $95 million. They also fly on private jets for luxurious vacations with their father. Baumgartner believes that the child support payments should be adjusted in order to provide similar experiences when the children are with her.
Secondly, Baumgartner argues that she has recently discovered how much money Costner has been making and believes that the current child support amount does not accurately reflect his income. She claims that his average cash flow over the past two years has been $19,248,467 per year, or over $1.6 million per month. Based on California guidelines and their 50/50 custody arrangement, Baumgartner estimates that Costner should be paying $175,057 per month in child support.
In her court filing, Baumgartner emphasizes that while the requested amount would not allow her to replicate Costner’s lifestyle, it would allow her to provide a relatively comparable lifestyle for their children. She argues that this is in accordance with the standards set by California family code.
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Baumgartner also sheds light on Costner’s successful acting career, stating that he earned $11 million for Season 4 of his hit show “Yellowstone” and $10 million for Season 5. She further reveals that Costner is set to make $12 million for an upcoming film, “Horizon,” and another $12 million for the sequel, which has already been approved.
Meanwhile, Baumgartner has been searching for a new home. She explains that she is currently living in a vacation rental but has plans to move into a month-to-month rental in Montecito for $40,000 per month starting in September. However, she expresses some dissatisfaction with the rental, comparing it to Costner’s beachfront compound. Baumgartner notes that the September rental is situated on the mountain side of the freeway and lacks beachfront access, scenic views, and proximity to the beach.
In conclusion, Christine Baumgartner is seeking an increase in child support payments from Kevin Costner to ensure that their children can continue to enjoy a similar lifestyle with both parents. She believes that the current amount is insufficient given Costner’s income and the children’s experiences when they are with their father. As the legal proceedings unfold, it remains to be seen how the court will rule on Baumgartner’s request.
