Kevin Costner Slams ‘Rape Scene’ Lawsuit as Fabricated—But Did He Really?
Avery Sinclair here, your go-to cynic with a side of skepticism and zero patience for Hollywood theatrics. Oh, this should be good. Another high-profile actor accused of misconduct, another lawsuit that’s already spiraling into a full-blown media circus. But let’s cut through the noise—because if there’s one thing I’ve learned in this business, it’s that truth is rarely the first thing to get reported.
Kevin Costner has just filed court documents demanding the dismissal of a sexual harassment lawsuit brought by stunt performer Devyn LaBella, who claims she was forced to participate in an unscripted “rape scene” during filming of the Western epic Horizon. Now, before you start picturing some gritty, blood-soaked tableau from a Tarantino film, let’s unpack what actually happened—according to Costner, at least.
According to his sworn declaration, the incident took place on a quiet day during filming when LaBella, serving as a stunt double for Ella Hunt, was lying next to actor Roger Ivens inside a covered wagon. The two were fully clothed—the dress she wore was ankle-length, with bike shorts underneath. Ivens allegedly lifted the hem of her dress and swung his leg over her body, ending up on all fours above her. That’s it. No nudity. No simulated sex. No physical contact beyond what was technically part of the scene. Costner insists the gown never rose above her waist, and the undergarments remained untouched. In short: no rape. No violation. Just a moment of awkward choreography gone viral.
And then comes the kicker—LaBella herself sent a text to a supervisor after wrapping the shoot: “Thank you for these wonderful weeks! I so appreciate you! I learned so much and thank you again. I’m really happy it worked out the way it did too. Have a great rest of the shoot and yes talk soon!” Yes, folks, she sounded like someone who’d just been handed a golden ticket to the best summer camp ever. So what changed? Why file a lawsuit months later? Was it the sudden realization that being asked to lie on a wagon with a man while wearing a long dress was somehow traumatic? Or is this just another case of post-production grudges bubbling up?
Costner’s legal team—Marty Singer and T. Wayne Harman, known for their no-nonsense approach—have piled on declarations from cast and crew, all testifying to a positive, collaborative atmosphere on set. “There was no anger or resentment, only enthusiasm and gratitude,” they wrote. Which, honestly, sounds less like a workplace and more like a cult retreat. But hey, if everyone’s smiling and sending thank-you texts, why would anyone need a lawsuit?
Still, the lawsuit remains. And while Costner calls the allegations “absolutely false” and “deeply disappointing,” the real question isn’t whether the scene was violent—it’s whether the system allows victims to speak up without fear of being labeled liars, especially when powerful figures have lawyers ready to dismantle their credibility with a single text message.
So, is this a legitimate case of a woman finally speaking out after years of silence? Or is it a strategic move in a long game where timing, tone, and narrative control matter more than truth? We’ll see. But one thing’s for sure: Kevin Costner’s version of events is polished, consistent, and backed by paperwork. Whether it’s true or not? Well, that’s the fun part.
And that’s today’s dose of reality. You’re welcome.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ
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