Kevin Costner, 71, Spotted with a Mystery Blonde 31 Years His Junior — See Who She Is — Photos

Costner, 71, was recently spotted making a domestic supermarket run at Albertsons in Santa Barbara, just a few miles from the California estate he calls home.

The Yellowstone star was accompanied by a blonde woman, and according to the Daily Mail’s report, the pair stocked up on steaks, vegetables, grapefruit juice and cereal during the outing.

A Low-Key Grocery Run Gets People Talking

What caught attention wasn’t what they were buying, however. Onlookers described the two as “extremely affectionate,” adding a little Hollywood mystery to what might otherwise have been an unremarkable shopping trip.

The photos show Costner and his companion looking relaxed as they moved around the store together. At one point, she appeared to take the lead at the meat counter, pointing out their preferences while Costner stayed close by.

They later made their way back to Costner’s gray Mercedes-Benz, where the actor returned the shopping cart before leaving with his companion. The outing did not appear to be staged or particularly secretive, which only made the photographs more interesting as they began circulating online.

The Mystery Woman’s Identity Is Finally Revealed

The woman photographed with Costner is Jennifer Milburn, 40, a lifestyle coach and former Delta flight attendant. According to the Daily Mail, Milburn confirmed her identity when contacted by the publication but hung up when asked whether she and Costner were romantically involved.

So, while the photographs have fueled plenty of speculation, neither Milburn nor Costner has publicly confirmed that they are a couple. Milburn’s background, however, gives the story another connection worth noting — one that stretches well beyond Santa Barbara.

Her Aspen Connection Adds Another Twist

Milburn has deep ties to Aspen, Colorado, where Costner owns his sprawling 160-acre Dunbar Ranch. She spent nearly six years working for Kemo Sabe, the celebrity-favorite Western retailer in Aspen, and has also modeled for local brands in the upscale ski resort town.

Her Instagram handle, @theaspenjenn, reflects that connection, while her social media presence shows glimpses of her part-time modeling work, including photographs taken on horseback and around ranch settings.

One of those modeling appearances was for a local jeans brand called Blue Delta Jean Co., where Milburn posed in the Western-inspired surroundings that fit naturally with her Aspen background.

Her professional life has since moved in a different direction. According to her LinkedIn profile, she currently works remotely as director of partnerships for Simon Sinek’s The Optimism Company.

And that Colorado connection is particularly notable because Costner has long maintained a strong presence in Aspen.

Costner’s Colorado Retreat Is No Ordinary Vacation Home

Costner purchased the land that became Dunbar Ranch in 2000 and transformed it into an expansive private retreat. The property has 12 bedrooms and eight bathrooms and can reportedly accommodate 27 people. The Daily Mail has described the sprawling compound as the “ultimate luxury retreat,” with its size being compared to a mini town.

The ranch also features two large lakes, along with a dozen ATVs and snowmobiles that Costner’s children had enjoyed riding, according to court documents later made public during his divorce proceedings.

Costner has been known to split his time between California and Colorado, where his social circle has included other high-profile names. He was previously spotted enjoying drinks with Jennifer Lopez at Kemo Sabe in Aspen — the same retailer where Milburn once worked.

That doesn’t establish a connection between the two, but it does make Milburn’s Aspen history an especially interesting detail in the latest sighting.

The Timing Comes After Another High-Profile Link

The Santa Barbara photographs also reportedly arrive after Costner was previously linked to filmmaker Kelly Noonan Gores. Their reported romance emerged in August 2025 after the two were seen spending time together in Aspen. According to reports at the time, they met through mutual friends and were described as having a “private and casual” relationship.

A source reportedly said, “After such a public and expensive divorce, he’s being cautious.” The same source said they would see each other when their schedules allowed, often spending time at Costner’s Santa Barbara estate, and enjoyed dinners at home, beach walks, and quiet nights together.

Another source claimed Costner was “not looking for a serious relationship or marriage any time soon.” Against that backdrop, his latest photographs with Milburn have naturally prompted another round of questions about his personal life.

Then Came the Comments About Milburn’s Resemblance

Once Milburn was identified, some social media viewers turned their attention to another detail in the photographs: her resemblance to Costner’s former wife, Christine Baumgartner. On a Page Six Facebook post, commenters drew their own comparisons between the two women.

One wrote, “He definitely has a type!” Another echoed the sentiment with, “He has a type…..” A third commenter simply said, “They look the same.” And another added, “That’s what I thought; she resembles Christine, his X [sic] wife.”

The reactions are, of course, the commenters’ own observations rather than an established fact about Costner’s preferences. Still, the comparison quickly became part of the online conversation surrounding the photographs.

The Divorce That Put His Private Life Under a Microscope

The latest supermarket sighting also took place close to the location where one of the most public chapters of Costner’s personal life played out.

His divorce from Baumgartner, who filed in 2023 after nearly 19 years of marriage, became final in February 2024 following a highly publicized dispute involving finances, property and support for their three children.

The former couple share Cayden, 19, Hayes, 17, and Grace, 16. During the legal battle, Baumgartner at one point sought $248,000 per month in child support, while Costner was ultimately ordered to pay $63,209 a month for the three children, along with $1.5 million to Baumgartner personally.

Court documents also shed light on the enormous cost of maintaining Costner’s Aspen property, putting its operating expenses at $1,964,294 in 2022. Baumgartner has since remarried, while Costner has continued to divide his time between his California and Colorado homes and pursue his work in Hollywood.

And This Isn’t the First Younger-Woman Sighting

As we previously reported, this isn’t the first time Costner has set tongues wagging since his divorce — just months ago, photos of the actor chatting closely with Sports Illustrated model Brooks Nader, 29, at a Las Vegas casino sparked a similar wave of speculation online.

In the images, the “Yellowstone” star sits beside Nader as the two lean toward each other across a dinner table. The pair appear comfortable and animated while talking, with drinks and restaurant activity surrounding them in the background.

The Internet Weighs In

While neither Costner nor Nader has publicly commented on the sighting, the noticeable age difference quickly became a major talking point online. Costner is 71, while Nader is 29, a gap that netizens immediately noticed once the images surfaced.

Naturally, social media had plenty to say… On one Instagram thread reacting to the photos, several people focused squarely on the pair’s ages.

One commenter wrote, “He’s 71, she’s 29.” Another added bluntly, “40! Year diff 😂😂.” A third comment took it even further, writing, “Old enough to be her grandpa.”

But not everyone saw the situation negatively. Some commenters appeared impressed — or even amused — by the unexpected pairing. One admirer declared, “That’s one lucky girl.”

Another chimed in with enthusiasm, “42 year [sic] age difference… nice!!!” And someone else added simply, “Yeah [sic] she is his type.”

Of course, Nader isn’t exactly a stranger to the spotlight herself. The model has built a major presence in the fashion world, appearing on popular magazine covers like Sports Illustrated and in high-profile campaigns while growing a massive social media following.

Beyond modeling, she has also expanded into television and entertainment. As seen on her social media, Nader stars in the Hulu reality series “Love Thy Nader,” which follows the lives of her and her sisters.

She has also stepped into the talk show circuit, making appearances on programs like “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.” The TV appearances — combined with her modeling career — have helped position her as both a fashion personality and a growing pop culture figure.