Kevin Costner Confirms Exit as John Dutton from 'Yellowstone'; Final Episodes Premiere in November

Jun 21, 2024, 05:08 AM

Kevin Costner has officially confirmed that he will not be returning to the popular TV series 'Yellowstone.' Costner, who played John Dutton, expressed his disappointment over how rumors regarding his exit were handled, stating that no one from the show's team defended his contributions. The final episodes of 'Yellowstone' are set to premiere on November 10, 2024, on Paramount Network. Costner's departure follows delays caused by the writers' strike and his commitment to his new film project, 'Horizon.' Despite his love for the show, Costner realized he could not continue due to scheduling conflicts and other commitments. He announced his decision in an Instagram video, mentioning a 14-month production halt.