Kevin Costner's Surprise Exit from "Yellowstone

Luke Grimes reflects on Kevin Costner's surprise Yellowstone exit.

Grimes calls Costner’s departure “unfortunate” for the show.

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Costner shifts focus to his film project, Horizon: An American Saga.

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Tensions arose during the filming of Yellowstone Season 5.

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Show creator Taylor Sheridan expressed disappointment over Costner's early exit.

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Costner remains open to returning to Yellowstone under the right conditions.

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Yellowstone gears up for its final season with unfinished character arcs.

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