Season 5 of Yellowstone may mean the end for butt-kicking cowboy John Dutton, portrayed by Kevin Costner, but that doesn’t make it a wrap for the show itself. Yellowstone star Cole Hauser, who plays John’s beloved son-in-law and mentee Rip Wheeler on the western drama, spoke to People about how the show should continue despite Kevin’s departure. Cole jokingly referred to himself as "just a hired gun," but he told the news outlet that it "sure would be a shame to stop a great thing" before bringing Yellowstone to a complete end.
"I believe the numbers speak for themselves and America has spoken,” Cole said. Yellowstone fans rage over 'disappointing' way show kills off major character - 'he deserved better' Yellowstone season 5, part 2 premiere slammed as 'historically not good' and 'embarrassing' by fans Kevin Costner critics rip 'get off your high horse' after Yellowstone star 'only makes movies for men' He added: "Taylor [Sheridan’s] and my interest was to bring back an American man who is unapologetic, honest, loyal with strong values. I believe we have accomplished that together.
” Throughout this season , fans will see Rip’s role as John’s number-one ranch hand be more focused, given that he put his life at risk to save John’s property. Not only does he have obligations to his father-figure John, but also to his wife Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) - John’s firecracker daughter - and his and Beth’s pseudo-adopted son Carter (Finn Little). Kevin has chosen .