Kevin Costner recently shared his experience of being offered cocaine as a thank-you for his work as a stage manager. The actor admitted that he tried it a few times but ultimately decided it wasn't for him. Costner also discussed his early struggles in Hollywood and how he overcame obstacles to become one of the most successful actors in the industry.
In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, actor Kevin Costner opened up about his early years in Hollywood and an unusual encounter he had with cocaine. While working as a stage manager at Raleigh Studios before landing roles in films like "Field of Dreams" and "The Postman," Costner produced commercials and other projects.
During one particular production, Costner was tasked with assisting with the rewiring of the stage. He recalled the electricians who came in to do the work as being "like rock stars," and they offered him a line of cocaine as a thank-you for his help.
"I do that and nothing. And I do it a second time. And I do it a third time," Costner said. "And finally I said to them, I said, 'Hey, look, how much is that?' And he says, 'That's about $20 right there,' and I said, 'Can I say something to you?' And he says, 'Yeah, f---, of course, man, what?' And I said, 'Look, I'm trying to buy my first house,' and I said, 'If you think what I'm doing's cool, I could use $20. I could take a $20.' And I was out of the club immediately."
Costner said he ended up being "excluded" from the group because he wasn't interested in the drugs. He added that he was "kind of lucky" he didn't enjoy cocaine, as he believes it could have been a distraction from his career.
"There was nothing there for me," Costner said.
Costner's early years in Hollywood were marked by both success and challenges. He landed his first major role in the 1985 film "Silverado," but it wasn't until his starring role in "The Untouchables" in 1987 that he gained widespread recognition.
Costner's subsequent films, including "Field of Dreams," "Dances with Wolves," and "The Bodyguard," cemented his status as a leading man and one of the most successful actors in Hollywood. Despite his success, Costner has remained grounded and true to his values.
"I don't know if passion's the right word," Costner told Entertainment Weekly in an interview about his work on his latest film, "Horizon." "I just don't fall out of love with things I like. I am always looking for the next great movie."
Costner's latest project, "Horizon," is a three-part epic set during the Civil War. The film, which Costner also directed, is a labor of love for the actor, who has been working on it for nearly 30 years.
"I just kept feeling like I had to make this movie," Costner said. "It's a story that needed to be told."
With his latest film, Costner continues to push boundaries and challenge himself as an actor and director. He is a true icon of Hollywood, and his story is an inspiration to anyone who dreams of achieving great things.
