Clint Eastwood has confirmed the passing of his long-time partner, Christina Sandera, at the age of 61.
“Christina was a lovely, caring woman, and I will miss her very much,” Eastwood, 94, shared in a statement last week, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
The couple had been together for nearly a decade, maintaining a relatively private relationship. However, they did make public appearances together, including on the red carpet for the premieres of The Mule (2018) and The 15:17 to Paris (2018).
Their first public appearance as a couple was at the 2015 Academy Awards, where Eastwood’s film American Sniper received six nominations. Us Weekly first reported their relationship in June 2014, noting that Sandera had been an employee at Eastwood’s Mission Ranch hotel and restaurant in Carmel, California.
Just six months after this report, Eastwood finalized his divorce from his second wife, Dina Eastwood, ending their 17-year marriage. Eastwood was previously married to Maggie Johnson from 1953 to 1984.
Regarding Sandera’s passing, a Warner Bros representative told The Hollywood Reporter, “No further information will be forthcoming.”
At 94, Eastwood is reportedly working on what may be his final film. Fans are eagerly anticipating his upcoming movie, Juror No. 2, which is widely believed to be the concluding project of Eastwood’s illustrious career, allowing him to retire and enjoy a well-deserved rest.
Rest in peace, Christina Sandera. Our thoughts are with Clint Eastwood and her loved ones during this difficult time.
