Christina Sandera, Clint Eastwood’s partner for the past decade, has died at the age of 61.
Eastwood expressed his sorrow over the loss of Sandera in a statement, but details about her passing remain undisclosed, as the Daily Caller reports.
The couple met at the Mission Ranch Hotel and Restaurant in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, where Sandera worked as a hostess. Their relationship began after this encounter and endured for the next decade.
In a statement released Thursday night, the legendary actor shared his grief. “Christina was a lovely, caring woman, and I will miss her very much,” Eastwood stated, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
The circumstances surrounding Sandera’s death have not been revealed. A spokesperson from Warner Bros. confirmed that no additional information would be provided.
Christina Sandera and Clint Eastwood made their red carpet debut as a couple at the 2015 Academy Awards. The couple’s relationship was notably private, with Eastwood generally keeping details of his romantic life out of the media.
Eastwood, 94, has had a varied and often public love life prior to Sandera. His first marriage was to model Maggie Johnson in 1953, a union that lasted 11 years.
Eastwood later married journalist Dina Ruiz, with their marriage spanning from 1996 to 2014. Besides his marriages, Eastwood was involved in a long-term relationship with stuntwoman Roxanne Tunis.
Additionally, the actor-director had a notable, 14-year relationship with Oscar-nominated actress Sondra Locke. During their time together, they collaborated on four films.
Eastwood has also been linked to flight attendant Jacelyn Reeves and actress Frances Fisher. Despite these various relationships, Eastwood’s bond with Sandera was unique for its longevity and discretion.
The couple’s low-key relationship had been a subject of curiosity. Sandera was often a supportive presence by Eastwood’s side at various industry events.
Christina Sandera’s connection with Eastwood began at a notable retreat in Carmel-by-the-Sea, furthering her position in his life both personally and publicly.
It is clear that her presence will be sorely missed by those close to the couple.
