Kevin Costner suggests “finding love again” after splitting up with his ex

Kevin Costner recently revealed that he is open to new love after his public separation from Christine Baumgartner.

Exclusively in conversation with PEOPLE On Thursday, June 20, the actor said he would not let “anything” harden his heart.

Costner hinted that he liked “the idea of ​​that possibility” and revealed that the 69-year-old actor is ready to fall in love again.

He offers an insight into his life after his former partner filed for divorce in May 2023 after 20 years of marriage.

He replied, “Just do it. Just keep talking, keep training (the kids), keep being interested in what interests them.”

The father of seven, who has sons Cayden and Hayes and daughter Grace with Baumgartner, admitted that he hopes to find his new glory soon.

The three-time Golden Globe winner explained: “Yes, I think everyone would like to be in love. There is such a beautiful feeling associated with it.”

“Maybe it needs to be defined differently. But yes, I love the idea of ​​that possibility,” he added.

Denial of rumors about a romance with singer Jewel on The Howard Stern Show On Tuesday, June 19, Costner said, “Jewel and I are friends – we’ve never dated, ever. She’s special and I don’t want these rumors to destroy our friendship because that’s what we have.”