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According to a new report, Kevin Costner will not be returning for the final episodes of Yellowstone season 5, the show's last.
After months of uncertainty, Costner's involvement in the show has been questioned due to ongoing behind-the-scenes problems. These problems have involved salary conflicts and artistic disagreements between Costner and the production team. However, the main issue has been the scheduling conflict between filming for part 2 of season 5 and Costner's upcoming personal project, Horizon: An American Saga.
According to Hollywood insider Matt Belloni, Kevin Costner will not be reprising his role in the final episodes of Yellowstone season 5, part 2.
After months of drama behind the scenes, the report reveals the uncertainty surrounding Costner's potential return to the show. Below, you can find Belloni's full comment on Yellowstone:
"It is likely that Yellowstone will resume production at the start of the year, making it possible for the show to return in the spring or summer. I have been informed that scripts have either already been written or are currently being written. The question remains whether Costner will make an appearance in the final episodes of this season of Yellowstone. As of now, it appears that he will not be a part of those episodes."
Kevin Costner's Yellowstone Drama Explained
Trouble arose behind the scenes of Yellowstone season 5 part 1 finale, with reports indicating a growing conflict between Costner and the show's production, including Sheridan. Issues related to salary, creative direction, and particularly the filming schedule of Yellowstone seemed to be at the heart of the dispute. Due to the split season, filming part 2 would impact Costner's involvement in Horizon: An American Saga, a Western film that has been in development for over 30 years, where Costner is co-writer, director, executive producer, and star.
Belloni's comments suggesting a rift between Costner and the production have yet to be officially confirmed by Sheridan or Paramount. However, the absence of Costner in Yellowstone season 5 part 2 poses a significant storytelling challenge. With the SAG-AFTRA strike now over and work on the final episodes of Yellowstone resuming, it is expected that further details will be unveiled in the upcoming weeks.
Source: The Town/ Spotify
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of Yellowstone, I am deeply saddened by the news that Kevin Costner may not be returning for the final episodes of season 5. Costner's portrayal of John Dutton has been a cornerstone of the show's success, and his absence would be a huge blow to the series.
I understand that there have been some behind-the-scenes issues between Costner and the production team, but I hope that these can be resolved so that Costner can return to the show. Yellowstone is a great show, and it deserves to have its star back for its final episodes.