Yellowstone Fans Slam Taylor Sheridan’s Cameo

Yellowstone’s Final Season Sparks Controversy Over Taylor Sheridan’s Self-Insertion

The penultimate episode of Yellowstone sparked major controversy after Taylor Sheridan's self-insertion into the story as Travis Wheatley

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In the episode, Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) seeks out Travis, the horse trainer played by creator Taylor Sheridan, amidst the Dutton family's financial struggles.

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Sheridan’s character, Travis, appears in the middle of a strip poker game surrounded by attractive women, including his much younger girlfriend, Bella Hadid.

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Viewers took to social media, criticizing Sheridan’s decision to make his character a "ladies’ man," with some calling it excessive and egotistical.

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Vulture critic Kathryn VanArendonk described the moment as "a cry for help" and questioned why Sheridan chose to portray himself in such a prominent way.

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Some found the scene "objectively hilarious," while others expressed frustration at the lack of focus on the Dutton family's main storyline.

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With only two episodes left in the series, fans worry that there won’t be enough time to tie up key storylines like Jamie’s fate and the future of the ranch.

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As the explosive finale approaches, all eyes are on how Sheridan will wrap up Yellowstone—and whether the last episodes can satisfy loyal fans.

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