Kevin Costner reveals personal promises and struggles in Hollywood
- Kevin Costner took on a real-life promise to take care of Whitney Houston.
- He faced struggles and self-doubt in his acting career but eventually made it in Hollywood.
- Costner remained true to his values, including refusing to shorten his eulogy at Houston's funeral.
Kevin Costner talked about his friendship with Whitney Houston while they worked together on the movie "The Bodyguard" in 1992. Costner played a bodyguard for Houston's character, a famous singer. Costner mentioned that the movie was not initially well-received by audiences, but he promised Houston and her mentor, Clive Davis, that she would be good in it. He also produced and felt a strong connection to Houston, evident in his eulogy at her funeral. Costner shared that he became close friends with Houston during their 20-year friendship after starring in "The Bodyguard." He refused to shorten his eulogy for her funeral, even when asked to do so for TV commercials. He felt the weight of speaking about her and wanted to say everything he needed to. Houston co-executive-produced "The Bodyguard" and recorded songs for its soundtrack, including the Grammy-winning "I Will Always Love You." The movie is part of Costner's larger Western project spanning the American Civil War era. Costner received praise for the film at the Cannes Film Festival. Costner reflected on his early struggles as an actor and the challenges he faced before finding success. He realized the importance of choosing the right roles and being selective about his projects. Despite doubts, he found his path in acting and embraced the opportunities that came his way. Costner's dedication to his craft and his desire for meaningful roles led him to discover projects that resonated with him. He found fulfillment in his work and enjoyed the process of bringing characters to life on screen.