Hollywood heavyweight Kevin Costner has been spotted in Brisbane greeting delighted fans.
The Bodyguard star was seen strolling through Merthyr Village shopping centre in New Farm, Queensland, stopping to take photos with locals thrilled to see the icon in town.
The 71-year-old is currently shooting Honeymoon With Harry in town alongside actors Jake Gyllenhaal and Sarah Pidgeon.
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Local flower shop, Perrotts Florists, shared a photo on Instagram, cheekily captioning the shot: “Seems like we have a new bodyguard at our New Farm store! I think Sheyda is in good hands.”
Another local business, New Farm Deli, also shared a picture with the Yellowstone actor.
“Nothing to see here, just two hyped fans and a very cool @kevincostner,” the shop posted on Instagram.
“Needless to say, the deli was thrilled to have Kevin dine with us yesterday.”
Costner also visited Brisbane’s iconic James St shopping strip and caught an AFL game at The Gabba, where the Lions took on Carlton last week.
Channel 7 cameras cut to the crowd during the third quarter, with commentator Brian Taylor quick to spot the actor.
Taylor said: “There’s Kevin Costner, bit of Hollywood royalty. Doesn’t get much bigger than Kevin Costner.”
Costner’s new production is filming across Brisbane and the Whitsundays.
Screen Queensland said: “During production, Honeymoon With Harry will contribute an estimated $51 million to the state’s economy and employ 215 people, as well as showcasing our state as a tourism destination to audiences around the world.”
Honeymoon With Harry follows a rough-around-the-edges man (Gyllenhaal) who ends up sharing an unwanted journey with his fiancee’s prickly, overprotective father (Costner) after a life-altering turn upends their plans.
Set against the backdrop of an island honeymoon, the emotional dramedy follows the two men as they clash and bicker before gradually uncovering an unexpected bond.
“We are thrilled to bring Honeymoon With Harry to Queensland,” producer Mike Karz said.
“The state’s diverse locations and incredible natural beauty offer an ideal backdrop for our film, and we’re having a great time collaborating with talented local creatives and crew to bring this story to life.”
