Luke Grimes Comments on Costner's Departure from Yellowstone

Kevin Costner's departure from 'Yellowstone' has sparked significant tension among the cast, particularly with co-star Luke Grimes. Grimes criticized Costner's limited shooting schedule, suggesting that his absence made the filming process easier and reduced on-set conflict, stating, 'there was a part of Kevin being gone that meant some of the conflict was gone.' Costner confirmed his exit in June 2023, revealing he could not continue with the show due to commitments to another project. Following his exit, the series killed off his character, John Dutton, in a dramatic twist during the first episode of the final season. As 'Yellowstone' prepares for a spin-off featuring other main characters, fans are left wondering if Costner will return, although he has expressed no desire to reprise his role. The final episodes are expected to conclude the overarching narrative of the series, with implications of the Dutton ranch's fate lingering.