Actor Clint Eastwood might be one of Hollywood’s biggest icons ever, but his love life is as intriguing as his illustrious movie career. Born in 1930, the actor-turned-director has been married twice and fathered eight children with six different women. After splitting from his last wife, Dina Fisher, in 2013, Eastwood chose not to remarry; however, he swiftly struck up a relationship with Christina Sandera, a hostess at his Mission Ranch Hotel in Carmel, California, as reported by Us Weekly.
While reports of her date of birth vary, Sandera was most likely born in the early 1960s; the Daily Mail reported her age as 51 in March 2015, which would make her 33 years younger than Eastwood, but their significant age gap doesn’t seem to have hindered their strong connection. After meeting in 2014, according to Us Weekly, Sandera quickly moved in with Eastwood and seamlessly integrated into his large family. “Clint’s kids have all met Christina and like [her],” a source shared with the outlet.
Despite being in a high-profile relationship, Sandera maintains a low profile with no known presence on social media, and her public appearances are mostly limited to accompanying Eastwood to red carpet events. Notably, Sandera isn’t the youngest partner Eastwood has been involved with, proving that for the star, age is merely a number in matters of the heart.
The Pair Likely Won’t Get Married Despite Getting Along
While Clint Eastwood’s relationship with Christina Sandera has caught everyone’s attention due to their significant age difference, it seems unlikely that the Hollywood icon has any plans to marry again. In a 1983 interview with People, Eastwood expressed reservations about remarrying, sharing, “I’ve had one marriage that didn’t work, and I don’t know if I’d want to do that again.” He did, however, do it again in 1996, and it didn’t work out. Eastwood’s marriage to his last wife was finalized in 2014, and given that he hasn’t yet popped the question to Sandera after years of dating, it appears he may not have a third marriage in mind.
Still, the duo has a good thing going. “He’s truly happy with her,” a source close to the family shared with Closer Weekly. The anonymous person explained: “She’s fun and easygoing, and his kids like her, too. She’s on an even keel like he is.”
Eastwood’s commitment to a healthy lifestyle means he may feel younger than his years, which is certainly helpful when navigating such a substantial age gap. In a 2009 interview with GQ, Eastwood mentioned his commitment to taking care of his body by monitoring his diet and practicing daily meditation.
Clint Eastwood Previously Dated Someone Even Younger
Other than having worked on Clint Eastwood’s property as a restaurant hostess, Christina Sandera has managed to keep details about her life away from the media spotlight. However, in 2015, her ex-husband, Paul Wainscoat, publicly revealed details about their tumultuous relationship, accusing Sandera of domestic abuse and alcohol addiction. According to RadarOnline, Sandera was arrested in 2001 on charges of domestic battery. Additionally, Wainscoat also claimed Sandera had a spending problem, living beyond their means.
Despite this publicized drama, Eastwood and Sandera don’t seem to have faced similar issues in their relationship. They made their official debut in 2015 at the Oscars ceremony and have since appeared together at various public events, appearing content and happy.
Aside from prioritizing his health, Eastwood has always been known for his charisma with women. His fame, as he shared with Esquire, has made him a magnet for female attention throughout his career, so it’s no wonder a much younger Sandera fell for him. Interestingly, before Sandera, Eastwood was romantically involved with Erica Tomlinson-Fisher, who is a staggering 41 years his junior.If you or someone you know is dealing with domestic abuse, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233. You can also find more information, resources, and support at their website.