"Kevin Costner's Wife Claims Kids Inherit Luxurious Lifestyle in Divorce Hearing"
Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner appeared in court for a child support hearing, with Baumgartner requesting $161,592 per month, arguing that their children's financially comfortable lifestyle is "in their DNA." Baumgartner currently receives $129,755 in monthly child support. The hearing followed a forensic accountant's assessment of Costner's assets, with his lawyers arguing that Baumgartner's demands exceeded the reasonable needs of the children. Baumgartner allegedly defied her prenuptial agreement by refusing to move out of Costner's $145 million Santa Barbara home. The hearing is set to continue, and Baumgartner is reportedly entitled to a $1.5 million divorce payout.