Kevin Costner Career Retrospective | SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations

Career Q&A with Kevin Costner. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety.

[@ronachten2902]

Dear interviewers, This is what you do. You ask a straightforward question and let your guest take it where they choose. Get out of their way and be quiet. Well done.

[@astzfat3319]

I've always admired Kevin Costner and his work. This interview shows why. He is real, he is genuine. He inspires. He takes you there!

[@ThunderAppeal]

Watching him I can understand why Hollywood treating him so poorly for years, they always eat the nice genuine people. People like him are the reason why people want to become actors, he's so real and forthcoming and so easy to listen to and talk to.

[@jordivcecilia]

Agree!

[@CLK514]

This man is amazing, When you start from the bottom, and work your way up as this man did you know he must be real, and just perfect for all parts that he has played. Not to mention how he sings and entertains, and enjoys what he does. He is for real, and a genuine Happy person. His Parental guidance from Mother and Father was perfect. Wonderful Man, Wonderful Work, Wonderful family. Keep up the good work Kevin Mi Costner!

[@pamelamwilliamson7623]

Follow Your Dream!~~~~ vibrational ))))))))))) You were made to do something specific find out what your "passionate" about & pursue it! ☆☆☆☆☆ Authentic you.

[@CherylHenson-qb4gp]

Awesome speech, K C.​@pamelamwilliamson7623

[@ТамараШевченко-ъ1в]

Кевин Костер потрясающий. Красивый, талантливый, умный. Интересный рассказчик и при том ещё поёт хорошо Костера нельзя не любить.

[@tameikabrown]

I Will Always Love ❤️ Kevin Michael Costner Especially When He Did The Bodyguard Movie With The Late Beloved Great Whitney Elizabeth Houston AKA Nippy 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@akesha4138]

I love the "humanness" of this interview, sincere, honest and caring. Have to wonder how many famous people would not give this woman an interview, she is wonderful.

[@jameskeyes1131]

I like his movies but had no idea how HONEST and driven he is. A real actor's actor. This is the best interview I've ever seen with an actor. Better even than James Lipton on Actor's Studio. This guy is the real thing. I have new respect for him.

[@jameskeyes1131]

This was the BEST lesson these students will ever have.

[@abbiemorkie30]

He is Classy and a Great actor.. I get the feeling that he is a very decent human being also.

[@randallrutherford1384]

Most definitely

[@LihsaInHouston]

I loved the James Lipton but I just watched it and not finished this one yet. I think he would make a great teacher-he’s a natural. I was also interested in the acting group he formed in his early career.

[@pamelamwilliamson7623]

Authentication in self♡

[@nancychandler768]

Hi Kevin! My dogs met your beautiful yellow labs in Los Angeles and my friends partied with you in Aspen. I stood 15 feet from you at the Newport Beach wine and food festival when you performed. The girls in front of me turned and said, he’s looking at you. You are my biggest Hollywood crush. One day I wish I could finally meet you and not just your dogs ... always your fan...

[@doberman1ism]

As my late mother would have said “They don’t make them like that anymore!” 🥰 Oh so true. Kevin Costner is the greatest. He puts his heart and soul into every word he writes and speaks. What a brilliant and gifted man. I wish I could thank him for all the wonderful memories I have of his movies. Yellowstone is a story whose time has come. I normally do not wear T-shirts but I bought a Yellowstone long sleeve T-shirt and I wear it with pride. My grandmother Eliza was a full-blooded Cherokee Indian Eastern Band so when I saw Dances With Wolves I was totally consumed by every aspect of the movie. The script was wonderful. 💝My best friend of 50 years just passed away. Her name was Jean Marie Black Elk. She is the great granddaughter of the medicine man of the book Black Elk Speaks. Jean was a full-blooded Lakota Oglala Sioux. So Dances With Wolves makes me remember the sacred stories Jean shared with me of her ancestors plight and her own struggles and pain.

[@jeanthomsen-youel]

I hope Mr. Costner read your comment. It would be his privilege to know your thoughts. He is lucky to have someone of your caliber as an appreciative fan.

[@marshawebb672]

I've admired Kevin Costner's acting and directing for years. This being a 90 minute interview, it was quite an in-depth and interesting one. He's very charming, he's funny. He's down to earth and honest. It's apparent his work ethic is driven. He has an excellent intuition and taps into it. It's obvious that he's a wonderful father to his children as well. Thank you for the many, many years of giving your all to your audience. My hope you'll continue to do so.

[@valdasarty688]

The current massive success of Yellowstone proves being true to himself certainly has paid off and is a powerful life-inspiring lesson to us who care to hear. The actors in Yellowstone constantly talk about how much they appreciate the supportive efforts of lead Kevin Costner. A wonderful and generous interview! (Jan 2022)

[@michaelt5017]

Kevin Costner has a commanding presence, you can tell the audience is hanging on his every word. He's a great story teller, a dedicated actor, and a very grounded and humble human being.

[@ponrix]

I've listened to alot of interviews and he's laying down alot of knowledge and inside tips. he LOVE acting .

[@joelanning4322]

That was an amazing interview. Man, he is painfully honest, you just don’t see that in this day and time. This guy puts his heart and soul into whatever project is before him. Whatever happens, you get your monies worth with this guy. I’m really taken aback by his honesty, it’s so damn rare, especially by somehow in Hollywood. If you’ve got this guy for a friend, you’ve really got something very valuable.

[@nickmouzakis3191]

Great person ,great actor what a wonderful human being .He is Such an honest person,loving ,funny love the way he explained his life and shows us how hard it really is to act.Not everybody can be an actor and a singer but he manages to do both with such great talent.Keep up the great work kevin.

[@karenmoldenhauer9014]

Mr Costner I can see your passion for your craft. Thank you I know you have compassion for all Americans it shows in your films.

[@donaldgeorge1166]

This interview completely explains his longevity in this business. So inspiring.

[@rodsebb9546]

And, yes, Kevin Costner is a great person, with a bunch of great qualities that all stay at his foundation as an actor, filmmaker, director, dreamer, private citizen and producer. However, it seems that nobody, who had a comment here, paid attention at all to the interviewer, Janelle Riley, a classy, non-invasive, very well prepared hostess. The interview was great because both people involved here played superbly well their roles. THANK YOU !!!

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

He deserves his success. 100%. He's earned every ounce of it.

[@elissamatala4672]

Putting the language aside he is a great actor. I just loved him in Dances with the Wolves, the Bodyguard . I still listen to the music from The Bodyguard. Everything about Kevin Costner is great 👍

[@Mercurychyld1]

Wow, I loved listening to Kevin. What great stories and anecdotes and advice and opinions. He definitely LOVES both acting and other actors evidently. Bravo! What an amazing man. I could listen to him all day.

[@Patricia-ok1cd]

What a man, interesting, honest, a great storyteller and a fantastic actor.More importantly a wonderful Dad. I Like you and respect you more after seeing this. Kevin. Costner for the next US President.

[@patrickalaggio3560]

I've always enjoyed Kevin Costner's work immensely and found this interview to be as enjoyable as his best efforts on screen. Thank you for the many hours of inspiration you have brought to life for us!

[@YatskaSokuleva]

They are both are perfect!!! Kevin is interesting, stylish, handsome, young. Jenelle is very professional, tactful and smart! Thank you for this enjoying conversation!

[@chuckHart70]

I got to admit. The person conducting this interview is EXCELLENT! Asks good questions and listens. Doesn't interrupt.

[@thecuriousbox9843]

So right!

[@Psyfi85]

She’s the best.

[@UnguessedGlory]

I know it's gonna be good if Janelle [sp?] is there.

[@user-lc1ke6hd7z]

I love how he always answers the questions with a story. An interesting story. I didn't know he was so genuine and honest.

[@sheilawillmon4438]

❤❤❤❤

[@karenmoldenhauer9014]

This is the second time I watched this and I am so amazed what a good man MR Costner is. I just watched Dancing with wolves amazing movie. Telling stories of how our country treated American Indians. That’s what I like about his films

[@lynrieagain]

I appreciate Kevin Costner for his honesty and a man that's taken the time to learn, grow and KNOW stuff about human nature. Wish there were more humans, especially men, who strive as much as he does.

[@juliedemuth5472]

I am the big Fan for Kevin Costner i love bodyguard i love the Kevin Costner movies

[@contactjoy4140]

Waving back to his parents .... an endearing experience... made Kevin who he is today and kept him humble.

[@ovaisnaqvi1965]

This is one of the greatest actor interviews I have ever seen. He’s an amazingly candid, hardworking and self-aware guy.

[@barbarakopp4412]

I

[@angelineculverwell9998]

Wonderful actor, always loved him and all his work. Such a hard worker.

[@symunir9022]

Kevin, I have always liked. This interview is so humble and real I respect him even more. Hat's off, Mr Costner.

[@suzannelaforce6988]

He is so right... You CAN have talent, BUT it needs to be developed. It's enjoyable, but it doesn't come easy. It's hard, very hard work.

[@Gmerg895]

I am impressed by this man being so honest and also funny , very very smart person with many things to speak ...

[@UnguessedGlory]

Omg- this has reaffirmed my love for him and his work.

[@earlybird3]

this interview is fascinating. Costner's secret to success is revealed here. He is "dogged"he works longer then anyone else, and he loves acting. Great interview!

[@PeterJames143]

little bit of an oversimplification but okay

[@shewturgames]

I’ve been a fan of Kevin since I saw American Flyers in 1985. He has had one of the most impressive careers of all time in Hollywood. This interview is one of the best videos I’ve seen on KZbin because it’s a rare glimpse at the man who’s given us so many iconic performances over the years. Thank you SAG for making this video. Bravo to you Mr. Costner for following your heart despite the cost; we are forever in your debt!

[@henryguzman6157]

American flyers 🤘

[@jlrob85]

Growing up in the early 90s Kevin was a true superhero to me. I just thought he was heroic and tough who just got the job done especially in Robin Hood and Bodyguard. Would love to meet him and give thanks.

[@lauraokal3435]

I can’t get enough of Kevin Costner. I loved Mr. Brooks 👌🏼 Black or White though is a master piece for me. I love Costner.

[@sisiniasalvador8830]

You're the man Kevin Costner, very down to earth..you inspired us very much, keep on following you...

[@annwigg7447]

Mr. Costner is a true gentleman. So humble. I adore him. He is a wonderful actor and father. I have followed his career and saw him in person at premier of Black and White in NYC on Jan. 29,2015. Have a look T that interview after the movie. I love his singing on Modern West.

[@ikercompeanleroux1315]

Ann Wigg Absolutely right! So few interviewers like her.

[@iacmiacm]

Excellent interview ,love K Costner my favorite actor xoxoxo

[@bevswann606]

KC ROCKS This was a long interesting interview but I just could not stop watching. I have loved Kevin’s movies for year an just saw Let Him Go. Can’t wait for season 4 of Yellowstone. Hard to believe this interview was 5 yrs ago. I hope to see many more movies that he will be directing as well as acting in. We all Love Kevin’s work An his work ethic. Bev

[@JoaquinGonzalezSmilingalways]

Wow! What an incredible interview. 👏😃❤️🙏

[@annehajdu8654]

This was an excellent interview. Kevin Costner held by attention for over 90 minutes. Fascinating to listen to, I loved his Gene Hackman story. Costner is a rare, rare jewel of a man. Fierce determination, unwavering integrity, a generous spirit, and a brilliant director. His honesty and charm was evident in this interview. I could have easily listened another 90 minutes where he only talked about Dances with Wolves. And if all those gifts weren't enough, he is still gorgeous in his 60s.

[@julebennett2985]

So true he's a man of a 1000 faces but no matter how much you disguise some see right through to the heart and soul. Hope his new life and wife are 😊

[@thelmadoerhoefer9989]

Yellowstonezz.

[@katielowe1476]

Best interview I have seen with Kevin ....so humble so down to earth a lovely man may he go on for ever making us happy.Thank you Mr Costner❤

[@dagoblinn2350]

Best not to judge a book by it's cover,I I love this guy as an artist! I'm a music producer and learned dso much, just from this interview.

[@melissachin-parker78]

What a wonderful peek into an ACTOR. A revelation and a wonderful surprise to hear his thoughts on directors, lead actors and their responsibility to nurture the acting process. Bravo, Mr. Costner. Love the honesty and care he expresses. Would be great to be on his set.

[@bobolike2843]

never get tired of him - he is SOMETHING

[@sheila2499]

Kevin Costner, a complex and interesting man....and for me a great Actor!

[@MsESilverFox]

'None of us had money and couldn't afford acting class. So we built a stage in a chemical plant. Couldn't have been healthy. Nobody paid. Gave young writers a chance. We all took care of each other." - The most unexpected interview - all m pre-concieved ideas of who he was blown away. I didn't know what he was going to say next. And I love Jenelle Riley's interviews :-)

[@carolinesantilli]

He's amazing. I always knew it. ;) And this was his best interview ever.

[@debbieray4673]

I love you Kevin Costner. You are truly amazing and my hero🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@NancyRoberts-u4b]

❤

[@Planckepoch592]

At 1:14:10 when he was describing his kids watching A Perfect World and his 6 yr old turning to him to touch his face to make sure he was okay after the movie was over....all the feels. How sweet, what an incredible experience that must be for Kevin Costner and his children to experience watching their dad in such riveting movies like A Perfect World. Especially so young when everything in life is still so magical and is viewed from such a different lens than as an adult. Definitely an "awww" moment for me in this interview. I love that movie and I was probably 11 or 12 the first time I watched it and I bawled at the end.

[@TattySunDanz]

he is one of my all-time favorite actors!

[@nightowl5475]

What a great insight into a great actor! Kevin is such a real, honest guy that never cheats a scene. He’s also a great director. I really enjoyed this.

[@sharisayler7590]

Enlightening interview about his industry. I feel like I’ve just spent 90 minutes with a friend.

[@pitpride1220]

Man he's an actor's actor and a Guy's guy. So truthful and is so giving.

[@kasialeparska2480]

God, I love him! Nice on and off the screen. ❤️

[@jmeekselectric]

Kevin Costner is the man. He's a great director. I love his looks and acting from No Way Out all the way to Hatfield & Mccoys. He's a national treasure.

[@francescalegrand6257]

Definitely.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

Normally I would not spend a dime on any current Hollywood Movies. but I just purchased Season 1 of Yellowstone on DVD..

[@onairidiotfan]

Fabulous show. I hope he comes back to film the end.

[@b3r3nd]

I want to compliment the interviewer really, after watching a few interviews but scrolling through the comments credit has already been given plenty, either way, here is one more!

[@michellejordanbartlett7487]

Wow, this interview is 4 years ago. I am just seeing it now. What a brilliant, passionate arsenal of a human being. Brilliant mindset of an actor and director. Dogg It...new word of the day...his mission is empowering. Loved this interview. Thank you.

[@gunnjorunjungeengelsen6612]

Michelle Jordan Bartlett ...me too - just scrolling; what to see next on KZbin 🤔. Now, 90 mins later ? - what an interview and what an actor !

[@monex5]

Never understood the "hate Kevin Costner" bandwagon. I must have missed something terrible he did. I always have been a fan of his..

[@josephkelley8641]

He's Hollywood's actual Spine. (Kevin Costner)

[@hellodavey1902]

Waterworld.... he did Waterworld. :)

[@Kapitalist88]

@@hellodavey1902 Whicht wasnt that bad. Probably just some competeing director who wanted to shit on him. It's Hollwood man, those ppl are worse than hyenas ^^

[@kasialeparska2480]

LOVE, LOVE LOVE him and everything he did and does. Wonderful man and actor!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️😍😍❤️❤️❤️

[@sergevivier956]

Kevin Costner is a good actor and a good person.

[@loromas63]

The interviewer did a great job. Really enjoyed!

[@Multiversalelevations]

How to not just love Kevin’s Big warm heart?

[@onairidiotfan]

He is just the best..humorous, honest, a fabulous speaker,and you can't beat his eyes, smile and fabulous personality!

[@mtklaric]

Thank you Kevin for Dances and for your sincerity...."Dances with Wolves! I am Wind In His Hair. Do you see that I am your friend? Can you see that you will always be my friend?"

[@lucillerainville5026]

Thank you for highlighting this, tearfully.

[@weanabatschi]

thank you mr. costner, thanks for the endless counting minutes of wonderful storytelling, acting and directing moviemoments including you. you are a wonderful human beeing. grettings from austria, michael seida

[@jerrycornelius3466]

Man of Steel, Hidden Figures, Mollys' Game...Costner is still the Postman; delivers 1st class

[@josephkelley8641]

"The Biggest Moment In My Life Was me Taking-Control-of-my-Life." @ 12:15. Thanks very much to SAG-AFTRA Foundation for this/these great clips - Kevin Costner's terrific in this.

[@christineabedini3765]

Kevin this was such a gift watching this and learning more about who you are off the stage. I agree with you about Sean Connery and Sean Penn. when I go to a movie most of the time it’s for who is in the movie because I love the way they act. No matter what I always have watched your movies and it’s automatic. I feel that way about Gene Hackman and Sean Connery Sean Penn and Ethan Hawke. Can’t wait to see Horizon and I find myself wanting to rewatch Yellowstone because I didn’t want it to end. The best to you and your family

[@i2really1der]

Such a Raw and revealing conversation. I’ve seen many interviews with Kevin Costner. But this one, it’s so unscripted/genuine.

[@Skerdy]

1:03:30 after the question Costner just says: I liked those movies! Yeah, I liked those movies too... to this day I can't imagine what was the fucking problem with them! They were fun!

[@Mellyboowhowho]

Barely seeing this now and man Kevin is so funny. I love seeing actors as regular shhmegular people. What a great man ☺️

[@fourwinds4444]

So enjoyed this inspirational talk.....Kevin is totally wonderful, authentic and caring. I also really appreciate the lovely interviewer: respectful, good questions and good energy.

[@of1300]

For my generation, and me personally, this guy was THE MAN. THE ACTOR. THE STAR. THE FILMMAKER. THE DIRECTOR. I have never had as profound a movie experience than with Dances With Wolves and JFK and The Untouchables. I wonder: who would be a similar sort of role model, star, idol, beacon, whatever today....

[@michaelmuldowney8]

Costner is pretty unique in the sense that he has gotten better (much better) as he has gotten older. Hatfield and McCoys is wonderful. Character work in Man Of Steel and leading role in Criminal his best to date.

[@denale-oi9uc]

ชื่นชมในดวามเป็นคน เก่ง เพยรพยายาม ประสบความสำเร็จแล้วแบ่งปันสร้างสรรค์สิ่งดีๆให้สังคม ชาติเป็นเกียรติ์แก่วงศ์ตระกูล" The Costner" would be so pround 😊

[@michaelburnett6457]

you rocked it with Dances With Wolves good job you are very genuine and sincere and all your movies wonderful

[@stephenmccollum1391]

All time great and still underappreciated by many

[@jacquelynemartin6353]

Well i seen Kevin Costner's band play at Fallsview Casino lol so glad he went back to acting I love Yellowstone! And it's ok to get old, you're chill handsome. 😍

[@sshking490]

This is a really good interview. He was very open and relax. Gave a lot of good advice.

[@dmichellefriday6300]

I have that copy of AARP & I LOVE IT & STILL TREASURE IT!! I had it out a 2 weeks ago!! I have a few magazines of your "GORGEOUS SELF" even now that you're 65yrs. Your laugh is AWESOME I've always loved it...bought Water World for the 2nd time just recently...❤ "Dances With Wolves" may be long but I've watched it I know over 100 times 🔥 "Message in a Bottle" ❤ I always ball my eyes out when you die/killed 😭😭😭😭 LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!! 💋 💞

[@LeonDeLaMole]

This is great. I wish I could find his Inside the Actors Studio episode. Kevin is a master storyteller, even in interviews.

[@turquoisw7407]

Jenelle is so sweet and genuine

[@katiaandreotti8126]

he is a coach...the only one who was teaching and helping.. smart and charming

[@debisybesma5855]

i have always liked kevin and his movies and now i like him even more.....deep man....very deep.....

[@nellennatea]

I adore Kevin Costner. I adore his acting. His character. His looks and everything really.

[@HollaBackFounder]

telsah1 because he is adorable actor and person.

[@johnnyaugustrossvegas9014]

I’m a straight dude and I agree LOL

[@katjajunger9987]

Guter Schauspieler mit Herz...

[@katierobards7893]

Have ALWAYS LOVED Kevin Costner & his movies.

[@laviitiki]

What an amazing human. Honest, beautiful soul. ♥️

[@ronahaller7787]

I have had a crush on this man for almost 30 years. I have impeccable taste.

[@natalieking9246]

Still one of my favorite celebrity boyfriends

[@smurfitude1]

Rona, you do have good taste 😊 Not only is he's handsome, he has a great personality, intelligent, loyal and has a big heart. Not too many people like this in the world. We never hear bad things about him

[@ressierhodes955]

Me too, i always love Kevin Costner , i still have a crush on him since 1986 first time my eyes layed on that movie Sizzle Beach USA. ❤❤❤

[@lilymaria5126]

Rona Haller 😂🤣😂🤣 can’t argue

[@batirtzeurkiaga4973]

😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@bethechangeyouwannaseeinth9488]

A GREAT...NATURAL..WARM..OPEN MİNDED HANDSOME ACTOR....

[@Lundahlium]

Best actor of his generation, can you believe it he never took acting classes ?

[@MrDgeece]

maybe this gave him this kind of natural

[@TechNoir-wz5ic]

Damn I never knew Kevin Costner swore so much I am not saying it as a criticism at all lol it's refreshing to hear, Field Of Dreams is still a film I cherish very much classic movie....

[@monam3739]

charming in and out of movies

[@JackieT14]

This is an excellent honest interview

[@richardmccarty2021]

There is no better comment from Costner than about how he treated Connery in the untouchables by going to get Sean's chair on the set in the morning.

[@RSFX1]

A horse whisperer if there ever was one.

[@rampageclover9788]

Costner's right about how being a big star should not undermine an actor's talent. That doesn't just apply to Sean Connery. Brad Pitt is a brilliant actor as is Tom Cruise...

[@astzfat3319]

THIS is the kind of minds, hearts and spirits/souls I desire to thrive, inspiring and being inspired by, wholly together in the company of!