In a recent interview, musician Jewel didn’t quell the swirling rumors about her possible romance with actor Kevin Costner, instead offering high praise for him.

“He’s a great person,” she said, her comments accompanied by a noticeable blush, which the publication pointed out as she addressed the public’s intense curiosity about their relationship.

Speculation about a romantic connection between Jewel, 49, and Costner, 69, began after they were seen close together in photos from the British Virgin Islands in December.

According to a few tabloids, these images captured a cozy moment with Costner embracing Jewel from behind as she addressed an audience at a charity event. This event, the Inspiring Children Foundation tennis fundraiser, took place on Richard Branson’s Necker Island, where Jewel was hosting and Costner was a guest.

Onlookers noted their undeniable chemistry and frequent interactions throughout their stay, describing their behavior as flirty and noticeably intimate.

“They seemed really into each other and tried to keep it under wraps, but it was obvious to everyone there,” one insider reported. Another source added, “You could tell there was something between them.”

It was also revealed that Costner and Jewel traveled to and from the island together, with their meeting reportedly facilitated by Branson, a mutual friend who played host. Sources suggest that while their connection seemed genuine and Jewel appeared content, the relationship was not considered serious at this stage.