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How ‘Yellowstone’ Addressed Kevin Costner’s Exit in the Season 5B Premiere


‘Yellowstone’ fans were eager to find out how the show dealt with Kevin Costner’s absence after his departure from the series

Costner, 69, candidly opened up about why he chose to confirm his exit from Yellowstone last week after months of speculation about whether he would reprise his role as John Dutton in season 5B. Yellowstone boss Taylor Sheridan finally broke his silence on the rumored feud between him and Kevin Costner — and the writer claims they’re on good terms. Sheridan, meanwhile, has remained relatively quiet about the entire situation, but he hinted in June 2023 that he never intended for John Dutton to survive through the series finale — but he also wouldn’t kill the character in retaliation for any offscreen drama.

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