Hollywood legend Kevin Costner has portrayed dozens of unforgettable characters throughout his career, from baseball icons to Western heroes.
Yet, in a recent interview, the Oscar-winning actor shared the two roles that mean the most to him and fans of both sports dramas and Westerns will not be surprised by his choices.
Both films may not have been the biggest box office hits of Costner’s career, but they hold lasting emotional weight for the actor.
For Love of the Game remains one of his most heartfelt performances, blending romance and sport in a way only Costner could deliver.
On the other hand, Open Range continues to be praised for its authentic Western spirit and powerful finale a reminder of Costner’s mastery behind and in front of the camera.
Kevin Costner’s Favorite Roles: Billy Chapel and Charlie
When asked which performances he treasures most, Costner revealed that Billy Chapel from For Love of the Game (1999) and Charlie Waite from Open Range (2003) are the two roles closest to his heart.
Costner said,”I’ve had the pleasure of playing in some movies that people continue to talk about,” Costner said. “But, if I had to boil it down, I really liked playing Billy Chapel in For Love of the Game, and I loved playing Charlie in Open Range.”