TMC
02-08-2023, 05:39 AM
https://decider.com/2023/02/07/kevin-costner-leaving-yellowstone/
Though fans will be reluctant to say goodbye to such a beloved character, frankly, now is the right time. With Dutton’s gubernational duties (let’s remember, he never ever wanted to be in charge of the state) taking him to Helena, Sheridan should be able to wean audiences away from John Dutton and bring the other characters’ stories more to the forefront. Would there be a more fitting way to say farewell to this iconic character than for John to die peacefully on his own land and on his own terms? Perhaps the death of Dutton’s friend Emmett Walsh in Season 5, Episode 6 was just a foreshadowing.
And are there characters ready to step into the void inevitably created by Dutton’s departure? You bet! Beth (Kelly Reilly) and Rip (Cole Hauser) are poised and waiting. Rip’s knowledge of the land and cattle more than qualifies him to run the Yellowstone, which would allow Beth to focus on turning a profit for the first time ever. Without John around to gum up the proceedings, Beth could finally deal with Jamie (Wes Bentley) however she sees fits. Bad news for Jamie, but good news for fans who would love to see an unhinged Beth unleashed. Rip and Beth stepping up would also means that Kayce (Luke Grimes) would finally be free of the crushing responsibility of his birthright. He could live the life he’s dreamed of with Monica (Kelsey Asbille) and Tate (Brecken Merrill).
Though fans will be reluctant to say goodbye to such a beloved character, frankly, now is the right time. With Dutton’s gubernational duties (let’s remember, he never ever wanted to be in charge of the state) taking him to Helena, Sheridan should be able to wean audiences away from John Dutton and bring the other characters’ stories more to the forefront. Would there be a more fitting way to say farewell to this iconic character than for John to die peacefully on his own land and on his own terms? Perhaps the death of Dutton’s friend Emmett Walsh in Season 5, Episode 6 was just a foreshadowing.
And are there characters ready to step into the void inevitably created by Dutton’s departure? You bet! Beth (Kelly Reilly) and Rip (Cole Hauser) are poised and waiting. Rip’s knowledge of the land and cattle more than qualifies him to run the Yellowstone, which would allow Beth to focus on turning a profit for the first time ever. Without John around to gum up the proceedings, Beth could finally deal with Jamie (Wes Bentley) however she sees fits. Bad news for Jamie, but good news for fans who would love to see an unhinged Beth unleashed. Rip and Beth stepping up would also means that Kayce (Luke Grimes) would finally be free of the crushing responsibility of his birthright. He could live the life he’s dreamed of with Monica (Kelsey Asbille) and Tate (Brecken Merrill).