Kevin Costner addressed rumors about dating Jewel, stating they are friends and have never gone out. He emphasized Jewel’s importance and expressed concern about rumors affecting their friendship.
Kevin Costner met Jewel when they were invited to Richard Branson’s private island in the British Virgin Islands. He mentioned Jewel was one of the nine people on the plane. Kevin also highlighted having had significant conversations with Jewel despite no romantic involvement.
The dating rumors between Kevin Costner and Jewel began when they were spotted together at a fundraiser for Jewel’s Inspiring Children Foundation in November. A photo captured Kevin with his arms around Jewel, who also mentioned him on her Instagram.
Jewel, whose real name is Jewel Kilcher, had previously been reserved about her relationship with Kevin, mentioning to Elle in April that he’s a great person. She acknowledged the intense public interest in their connection. Jewel, who has a 12-year-old son named Kase with ex Ty Murray, has openly expressed her desire to find love with someone even more special. In May, she shared with People, “I found love, and I’m not talking about Kevin’s.”
“I’m so happy, irrelevant of a man. It has nothing to do with being in a relationship or not being in one. I’m just happy. I’m more inspired now than I’ve ever been in my life. The most since I was like 19 or 20 years old.” While Kevin and Jewel might not be romantically involved, keep reading for more info on other surprising Hollywood couples.