Kevin Costner Pays Tribute to Whitney Houston on His 70th
Kevin Costner, celebrating his 70th birthday, shared a heartfelt tribute to his late co-star Whitney Houston, reflecting on her legacy and the memories they created together.
A Nostalgic Look Back
On Saturday, January 18, the Hollywood icon marked his milestone birthday with a series of nostalgic posts. Among them was a touching throwback photo from the set of the 1992 romantic thriller The Bodyguard, featuring Costner, Houston, and hairstylist Ellin LaVar.
The image, originally shared by Houston’s Instagram account (now managed by her estate), captured a behind-the-scenes moment that held deep meaning for Costner.
“We Lost Such a Light”
Costner accompanied the photo with a moving caption:
“This photo reminds me of how lucky I am to be getting another birthday. We lost such a light when we lost Whitney.”
Houston, who tragically passed away in 2012 at the age of 48, co-starred with Costner in the iconic film, which continues to resonate with fans worldwide.
Celebrating the Cowboy Spirit
Costner also shared a childhood photo of himself dressed as a cowboy, reflecting on his lifelong love for the Western lifestyle.
“Thank you for the birthday wishes,” he wrote. “If you can believe it, this is me. I was chasing the cowboy life just about as soon as I could walk, and here I am doing it still. Here’s to another year of keeping our sights set on our dreams.”
As fans joined in celebrating Costner’s milestone, his heartfelt homage to Whitney Houston served as a poignant reminder of her enduring legacy.
