Hollywood star Kevin Costner is said to be enraged with Prince Harry following a run-in at trendy Italian restaurant Cucina in Los Angeles, turning their once-friendly relationship awkward. And apparently it's become even worse between the two, resulting an upset Costner distancing himself from him as well, insiders say.
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The drama reportedly started when Prince Harry, who has been trying to carve out his niche in Hollywood after stepping down from royal duties, contacted Costner asking for a meeting at the hot-spot. However, the encounter quickly turned awkward when Harry reportedly began "begging" to join Costner and his friends, seeking to expand his social circle among Hollywood’s elite.
Eyewitnesses claim that Harry, eager to solidify connections in the entertainment world, approached Costner at the Italian eatery with hopes of reigniting their friendship. But instead of a warm welcome, Costner was visibly irritated, telling Harry in no uncertain terms that they are “not friends anymore.” The exchange, described as tense, left onlookers stunned as the usually composed Costner seemed uncharacteristically upset.
Sources close to the actor have suggested that Costner has grown increasingly frustrated with Harry’s attempts to leverage their past association for personal gain. It’s no secret that Costner had previously shown support for the Sussexes during their tumultuous exit from royal life, even inviting Harry to a charity event. However, it appears that the Hollywood star has grown tired of Harry’s repeated efforts to network with A-listers, reportedly seeing them as desperate attempts to stay relevant.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry, who has been trying to establish himself in the world of entertainment alongside Meghan Markle, seems to be finding it harder than expected to break into Hollywood’s inner circle. His attempts to rekindle friendships with high-profile figures like Costner have not gone as planned, leading to more strained relationships.
As word of the incident at Cucina spreads, it highlights the challenges Harry faces as he navigates life outside the royal bubble. It also raises questions about whether the Sussexes’ celebrity connections are beginning to wear thin, especially as Hollywood’s elite grow wary of their attempts to stay in the spotlight.
Whether this latest falling out will prompt Harry to reconsider his approach remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the path to Hollywood stardom is proving rockier than the Duke of Sussex may have anticipated.