Kevin Costner Denies Stuntwoman Sexual Harassment Lawsuit in Los Angeles Court

Kevin Costner is actively contesting a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by stuntwoman Devyn LaBella, who alleges she was coerced into performing an unscripted rape scene on the set of Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2. Costner, who directed and starred in the film, has labeled LaBella's claims as "patently false" and a "bold-faced lie," asserting that the allegations are intended to damage his reputation and the film. He submitted behind-the-scenes photographs showing LaBella smiling on set and statements from crew members to support his defense, emphasizing that the disputed scene involved no nudity or sexual activity and was fully clothed with multiple witnesses present. LaBella maintains she was forced into the scene without proper consent, preparation, or an intimacy coordinator, and that the scene violated union protocols, leaving her with lasting trauma. Costner has filed motions to dismiss the case under anti-SLAPP laws, scheduled for a hearing in September, and expressed deep disappointment over the impact of the lawsuit on himself and his production team. The dispute remains unresolved as both parties maintain conflicting narratives about the incident.