Kevin Costner's camp has launched a scorching rebuttal against what they're calling "groundless" and "ridiculous" new allegations from a stuntwoman involved in his Western epic Horizon, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing legal battle.
Legal Volleys Fired on the Hollywood Frontier
The representative for the Yellowstone star issued a blistering statement condemning the latest court filing from the stunt performer, who claims she suffered severe injuries during production. Costner's team maintains the production operated with utmost professionalism and safety protocols.
"These new allegations are as groundless as they are ridiculous," the representative stated emphatically. "The production has always prioritized safety above all else, and we will vigorously defend against these baseless claims."
The Heart of the Allegations
The stuntwoman, whose identity remains protected in court documents, alleges she sustained significant injuries during a sequence filming Costner's passion project. Her legal team has submitted new documentation seeking additional damages and claiming negligence on set.
However, Costner's representatives argue the production team followed all industry-standard safety procedures and that the incident, while unfortunate, was not the result of negligence or improper protocols.
A Passion Project Under Legal Siege
The Horizon film series represents Costner's ambitious return to the Western genre that made him famous, with the actor investing significant personal resources into the project. This legal challenge emerges as another obstacle for the production, which has already faced numerous delays and challenges.
Industry observers note that onset injury lawsuits, while not uncommon in Hollywood, rarely reach this level of public acrimony between the parties involved.
What Comes Next in the Legal Showdown
With both sides digging in for what appears to be an extended legal battle, the entertainment industry watches closely. The outcome could have implications for how safety protocols are implemented and contested on major film productions moving forward.
Costner, known for his hands-on approach to filmmaking, has personally been involved in coordinating complex action sequences throughout his career, from Dances with Wolves to his current Yellowstone success.
As the legal documents continue to fly, the only certainty is that this Hollywood drama has many scenes yet to play out in both the courtroom and the court of public opinion.
