Kevin Costner Breaks Silence On Shocking Drug Use

Kevin Costner

Kevin Costner may be best known to modern audiences for his turn as John Dutton in the hit series, Yellowstone, however, the actor recently opened up about his shocking drug use while filming one of his films from a few years ago. So, what did the actor have to say?

Kevin Costner Is A Hollywood Legend

Kevin Coster is a certified Hollywood legend. He may be best known for many of his hit Westerns, however, the actor is never out of his depth, no matter what role comes his way. He is in his element in a cowboy hat and boots as much as he is in a suit and tie, and that kind of versatility is why he has built such a successful Hollywood career.

In addition to being in front of the camera, Kevin Costner has had his share of hits as a director as well. So, he has had success on both sides of the camera. Some of his more notable efforts as a director include Dances With Wolves, The Postman, and Open Range.

Kevin Costner - YouTube/The View
Kevin Costner – YouTube/The View

Costner Opens Up About Shocking Drug Use

Recently, Kevin Costner opened up about his unexpected drug use on the set of his 2016 film, Hidden Figures. While filming the movie, everything started out according to plan. That was until Costner had to deal with a bout of kidney stones.

As anyone who has ever had kidney stones will tell you, it’s no walk in the park. Costner went on to say that during the last ten days of filming, he shot the movie with an IV drip of morphine to help with the pain. The actor even went on to say that he rolled his sleeves down while filming in order to hide the needle marks on his arms.

Kevin Costner | CBS Mornings/YouTube
Kevin Costner | CBS Mornings/YouTube

Yellowstone Actor Is The Definition Of Grit

Even with all the Yellowstone drama that Costner has been in regarding his departure from the hit show, like John Dutton and other tough characters that he plays on the screen, the actor is as tough as they come.

While dealing with kidney stones and being on morphine, Costner said that he never missed a day of filming. The actor is as professional as they come, and he clearly showed his commitment to his craft, even while dealing with everything that he was dealing with at the time.

Kevin Costner - YouTube, Peacock

These days, Costner has been busy promoting his Western epic, Horizon: An American Saga. At 69 years old, Costner is showing no signs of slowing down, which is good news for all of his fans, as he continues to make and star in the films he loves.

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One Comment

  1. I am so excited to see Yellowstone start again. I have watched all of the prior episodes over every time they have been on. Kevin Costner will be missed, but sh_t happens. Just don’t let Rip go anywhere, he is awesome. He & Beth are perfect partners. I am ready for November!!!

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