Kevin Costner’s estranged wife, Christine Baumgartner, is asking for a hefty sum of money each month for child support. In her legal documents, she requests that Kevin pay $248,000 per month to support their three children. Christine argues that this amount is necessary for them to maintain a similar standard of living to what they experience when they are in Kevin’s care. However, she also notes that this amount does not include additional expenses such as private school tuition, healthcare, and sports-related costs, which she also wants Kevin to cover.
On the other hand, sources close to Kevin claim that he already covers 100% of the children’s expenses. In fact, in addition to those expenses, Kevin has offered to contribute an extra $38,000 per month. He believes that this, combined with his existing support, is more than enough to take care of their children’s needs.
Christine argues that Kevin’s substantial wealth makes her request reasonable. She reveals that Kevin earned a total income of $19.5 million last year, while their family expenses amounted to $6.6 million. This information leads Christine to believe that Kevin can easily afford her requested child support payments. However, Kevin disputes this claim and asserts that their finances should not factor into child support matters.
The couple’s lavish lifestyle is another point of contention. Christine mentions that they regularly go on extravagant trips to places like Hawaii, Aspen, and the Caribbean. During these trips, they hire caterers and chefs to entertain their guests. Moreover, the upkeep of their multiple properties costs approximately $2 million per year, according to Christine.
As their divorce proceedings unfold, tensions between Kevin and Christine continue to rise. Kevin recently filed court documents alleging that Christine refused to move out of one of his properties, despite the terms outlined in their prenuptial agreement. Kevin argues that the agreement required her to vacate the property by a specific date after filing for divorce. However, Christine claims that she cannot afford to move, while Kevin maintains that she has $1.45 million in her bank account and is more than capable of renting her own place.
These latest developments highlight the growing animosity between Kevin and Christine. While Christine believes that her requested child support amount is necessary for their children’s well-being, Kevin contends that he is already contributing a significant amount and that their shared wealth should not factor into the equation. As their legal battle continues, it remains to be seen how the court will rule on this contentious child support issue and the other unresolved matters in their divorce.
