Kate Hudson’s New Man

Kurt, who’s a father to Kate, had been worried about her since she divorced Robinson and pulled the plug on her relationship with Wilson . “Kurt promised Kate it would get better, that happiness was around the corner. It looks like he was right,� a source tells Star.

“Kate is delighted! It’s summer love at its best, and she’s thrilled to be with someone who is making her heart beat faster,� adds the source.

Kurt first met Shepard a few months ago and instantly thought he’d be a terrific match for Kate, the source tells Star. “Kurt took a liking to Dax because he’s a good ol’ boy from the Midwest who Kurt thinks is trustworthy and reliable,� says the source. On top of that Dax, like Kurt, is a sports fan and loves playing baseball.

Kurt introduced Dax to Kate at a barbecue dinner near Zurna Beach in late June; just one month after Kate dumped Owen. “Kate and Dax bonded immediately because Dax made her laugh,� says the source. And now that Kate has cast Dax in a short film she’s making the Glamour magazine’s Reel Moments series, the relationship heated up! “Kate like his energy, and he brought a lot of enthusiasm and fresh ideas,� says the source. “Let’s just say Dax is the opposite of Owen. He’s down to earth and sincere. He’s a keeper.�