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Well, isn’t it funny how sometimes a cameo can be so cringe-worthy that it makes you wish your couch could swallow you whole? Taylor Sheridan’s cameos are nothing new in the unpredictable world ofYellowstone, but his latest appearance as Travis Wheatley in Season 5 Episode 13 might just set a new bar for discomfort.
Sheridan’s character Travis, the rough-around-the-edges, horse-selling cowboy, crashes back onto the scene, and while seasoned viewers anticipated his return, few expected this particular rendezvous. His character has become a head-scratcher for many fans.
Then there’s Beth Dutton. Oh, Beth. Fans have long adored her sharp wit and unyielding fierceness—traits that once made her a standout character. But this episode seems to have shaken her to the core, as she agrees to a game of strip poker with none other than Travis. Beth Dutton, strip poker…really?
After all her years of relentless strength and defiance, this feels less like an iconic moment and more like an identity crisis.
Taylor Sheridan’s Return as Travis: Fans React to the Strip Poker Drama inYellowstoneEpisode 13
Taylor Sheridanhas always been the mastermind behind theYellowstoneempire, not just as its creator but also as an actor. His portrayal of Travis Wheatley has been one of his signature cameos. But this time, it’s clear that his return in Episode 13 has left fans more frustrated than entertained. Travis’ storyline in Texas begins with him casually goofing off, surrounded by his buddies and supermodel girlfriend, played byBella Hadid.
And then Beth Dutton arrives to check on Travis and immediately finds herself embroiled in his ludicrous antics. After a firm scolding, she watches Travis close a lucrative horse deal, only for the scene to descend into absurdity when he demands she play him in a strip poker game as a condition for agreeing to help the Duttons with their remaining assets.
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If there’s one thing fans have consistently admired aboutYellowstone, it’s Beth Dutton’s attitude. The woman has more fire than a forest blaze, and her character arc has been nothing short of a masterclass in development. So imagine the shock when she—Beth Dutton, who could tear down anyone with just a look—suddenly finds herself in a strip poker game with Travis.
Fans have made their voices heard, and they’re not holding back. Here’s a glimpse at some of their reactions:
Sure, it’s meant to be a playful moment, but it doesn’t land that way. From a character as strong as Beth Dutton suddenly playing strip poker to the cringe-worthy presence of Travis, it feels like Sheridan may have lost sight of what madeYellowstoneso compelling in the first place.
Ergo, it wouldn’t be shocking ifKelly Reillychose to walk away from aYellowstonespinoff, especially after this uncomfortable strip poker scene.
Executive Producer Christina Voros Talks Taylor Sheridan’s Vision
Season 5B, which was announced to be the final season, has kept viewers on their toes. Though a possible Season 6has been teased, particularly with fan favorites Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, the future of the Duttons is hanging by a thread. Meanwhile, Taylor Sheridan’s return to the character in Episode 13 was not just a cameo; it was a celebration of his love for both writing and horses.
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Executive producer Christina Voros reflected on this duality, stating (viaTHR):
It was wonderful to see Taylor have fun in a way that is such an incorporation of life imitating, art imitating life in terms of it being shot in a place that he has built.
While Sheridan’s appearance may have caught the eyes of many, another highlight of the episode was the casting of Bella Hadid.“Taylor is known as this writer of these great American Western TV sagas, but he’s also a cowboy and a tremendous horseman,” Voros commented. Continuing, he said:
[Taylor is] known as this writer of these great American Western TV sagas, but he’s also a cowboy and a tremendous horseman, and spends as much time doing that part of his personality and his life as he does writing the stories about that.
The final episode, airing next week, will likely decide the fate of the Dutton Ranch and the show’s legacy. Will the Dutton family’s empire fall? Or will they find a way to protect their land and legacy? Whatever happens, we can’t deny the fact that the legacy ofYellowstonewill never be forgotten.
Yellowstoneis currently streaming on Paramount+.
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