Last year, a heart attack claimed the life of Christine Sandera, the longtime girlfriend of legendary actor and filmmaker Clint Eastwood. The tragedy came as a ride shock to the 94-year-old, bringing unimaginable sadness. The pain stayed so deep and true, making the last couple of months extremely hard for Eastwood as he struggled to accept the loss.
In a recent interview, one of Eastwood’s children gave a unique look into his father’s emotional state, offering a profound understanding of how the filmmaker has been coping since Sandera’s death.
Scott Eastwood says his father, Clint Eastwood, is reportedly ‘doing fine’
Scott Eastwood, gave a heartwarming update on the status of his father during an interview with People. He revealed that his dad has been coping quite well over the period after the death of his long-time partner. Moreover, he called his father a “survivor” and a “trouper” due to his ability to survive during difficult times.
The 38-year-old also commented on Eastwood’s resilient and determined character. Scott mentioned, that he believes that his father’s background was his major source of strength, noting that experiencing the Great Depression era during the World War II shaped his mindset.
Clint Eastwood and Christine Sanders had a very beautiful relationship
Despite having tied the knot twice and having eight children from six women, Clint Eastwood and Sandera, had a wonderful bond spanning for more than a decade. Their paths crossed in 2014 when Sandera worked as a hostess at Eastwood’s stunning Mission Ranch Hotel located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. From the first meeting, a romance grew, and the Mission Ranch Hotel turned out to be a sentimental place for the couple as they eventually made it their home.
Months later, the couple started to feel a lot more at ease showcasing their affection to the world, leading to their first public appearance together in 2015, where they made their grand entrance to the Oscars ceremony and strolled the red carpet together. This was the starting point of many public appearances, as the couple attended different events and gatherings together until Christine’s death.