The Official Yellowstone Podcast Kevin Costner's Farewell, Lainey Wilson's Role, Plus Ryan Bingham & Jackson Dean
Feb 27, 2025
Lainey Wilson, a country music star and actress, opens up about her journey into acting and the creation of her character Abby, tailored for her by Taylor Sheridan. She shares her nerve-wracking early scenes alongside Kelly Reilly. Jackson Dean discusses how his music gained traction through its placement in the series, highlighting the emotional connection fans feel to his songs. He also dives into his songwriting process and the touring experiences that followed, fueled by the show's success.
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Costner On Leaving With Intention
- Kevin Costner felt Yellowstone marked a meaningful chapter but needed to pursue more frequent work.
- He announced his departure decisively to avoid speculation and leave the door open if circumstances change.
From Failed Audition To Custom Role
- Lainey Wilson originally auditioned in 2020 and performed poorly in person but stayed connected through her music on the show.
- Taylor Sheridan later created the character Abby specifically for her so she could perform as herself on screen.
First Scene Nerves And A Role Model
- Lainey Wilson was terrified filming her first scene but credits Kelly Reilly for making her comfortable.
- She learned by watching Reilly's deep in-character commitment on set during the workday.