Kevin Costner confirms Yellowstone exit after Paramount announces final season premiere date

Kevin Costner has officially confirmed his departure from Yellowstone, hours after Paramount Network announced the return date for the final episodes of the hit series.

The actor shared the news in a video message on Instagram, stating that he will not be returning for Season 5B or any future episodes.

Costner's announcement comes after months of speculation about his potential return, fueled by disagreements over his filming schedule for the movie "Horizon: An American Saga" and a reported desire for a reduced workload on Yellowstone.

In recent interviews, Costner expressed disappointment over the lack of support from his co-stars regarding the narrative surrounding his absence. He also stated his openness to returning under certain conditions, but it seems those conditions were not met.

Paramount Network's announcement of the final season premiere on November 10th did not mention Costner's involvement, leaving fans to speculate. However, Costner's video message has now put an end to those speculations, confirming his departure from the beloved series.

While the fate of John Dutton remains uncertain, Paramount has yet to reveal details about the planned spinoff starring Matthew McConaughey. Fans eagerly await further information about the show's conclusion and the future of the Yellowstone franchise.