It is with heavy hearts that the passing of Christina Sandera at age 61 has been shared. She was widely known as the longtime partner and beloved companion of actor and director Clint Eastwood. Their relationship became a quiet but meaningful part of his later life.

Christina and Clint first met in 2014 at his Mission Ranch Hotel and Restaurant in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, where she worked as a hostess. What began as a chance meeting grew into a deep bond that lasted nearly a decade.

In a rare personal statement, Clint spoke openly about his loss, describing Christina as a “lovely and caring woman.” He acknowledged how deeply her absence will affect him, showing a vulnerable side rarely seen by the public.

True to his “private nature,” Clint has chosen to grieve away from the spotlight. Through a representative, he has “declined to share any further details” about the circumstances surrounding Christina’s passing.

Throughout his long life, Clint Eastwood has experienced love in many forms. He was married to Maggie Johnson from 1953 to 1987 and later to Dina Ruiz from 1996 to 2004. He also had significant relationships with Frances Fisher and Sondra Locke, each leaving their mark on his personal journey.