Kevin Costner Has ‘Been on Several Dates’ and Is ‘Having Some Good Rebound Fun’

Kevin Costner got a little defensive when an Entertainment Tonight reporter offered to fix him up eight months after his divorce was finalized. “Well, look,” the 69-year-old insisted. “I know how to meet girls if I have to.” (Sorry, Hoda Kotb, the reporter was offering to hook up the Yellowstonestar with you!) Now a source exclusively tells Life & Style that following the demise of his 20-year marriage to Christine Baumgartner, as well as a short-lived romance with singer Jewel, the actor is slowly getting his mojo back — and is back in the dating game.

“He’s not quite as desperately pathetic as people think,” says the insider. “He’s been on several dates with women who are trusted and vetted by friends and is having some good rebound fun.”

The dad of seven is not looking for anything serious, notes the insider. “He learned his lesson getting too carried away like he did with Jewel.” These days it’s all about keeping things light — and boosting his self-esteem. “His confidence took a beating,” adds the source. “He wants his self-respect and sexy spark back.”