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Fox News
25-05-2025
- Business
- Fox News
'Yellowstone' star Cole Hauser says veterans are struggling even when we're not at war
Cole Hauser's dedication to veterans is an ongoing commitment. Speaking with Fox News Digital at the Professional Bull Riding (PBR) finals in Arlington, Texas, the 50-year-old "Yellowstone" actor opened up about his efforts to support those who are serving, or have served, our country. "Well, it's not just Memorial Day, it is every day, man," Hauser said of honoring vets. "One of my big interests is, how do we give back to the community? How do we put a message out there that inspires people to get up and follow their dreams?" As a longtime advocate for veterans' needs, Hauser, who's on the board of special operations for the Warrior Foundation and gives back through his coffee company, Free Reign, said he's determined to do "anything and everything" to help those men and women achieve their goals. "Just because we're not in war right now doesn't mean that there are not a lot of veterans struggling," he said. "It's mentally, physically [exhausting]. And there's always going to be an opportunity to help them. It's near and dear to my heart. It's our responsibility to take care [them]." Hauser, whose grandfather served as a Marine, helps veterans and first responders in many ways, one of them being through Free Reign. One of the company's initiatives is called "Buy a Bag, Give a Cup," during which Free Reign donates a cup of coffee, or its equivalent, to all veterans, active-duty military personnel, first responders, nurses and teachers for every bag of coffee purchased. In November, the "Yellowstone" actor explained it was important to him that his first company felt "very patriotic and American," noting everyone else "involved in [his] team all feel the same way." "I think what I was interested in and very much still interested in and means just as much as the beans is taking care of veterans and first responders, teachers, people all over this country. Every bag you buy, we provide a cup. So this is kind of our ethos," he explained. "This is the reason why I got into it. I've been doing this – not for coffee – for 20 years. … I've been to Walter Reed. I've been to Fisher House. I've been over to Afghanistan. You know, I've been to bases all over this country. So that interests me as well." Creatively, Hauser is focusing on his role in the upcoming "Yellowstone" spin-off in which he'll star alongside Kelly Reilly. They will reprise their roles as Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler. "We can expect the same that we've been doing for the last seven years: Kelly [Reilly] and I going and working our a-- off trying to create something special," he told Fox News Digital. Hauser's role of the bad boy on the ranch began when his character, Rip, was found by John Dutton (Kevin Costner) as a child. Rip had murdered his stepfather to protect his mother, who succumbed to the abuse by her husband. John raised Rip on the ranch, and he became Yellowstone's hit man by executing violence and murders when necessary. Similar to his "Yellowstone" persona, Hauser said his passion for riding horses only intensified throughout his experience filming the show. "The amount of time that I've put in this battle … I was a decent rider when I started, but to be trained by all these unbelievable trainers. I think I'm most proud of the fact that I did the work at the end of the day. I love putting in the work." In 2022, Hauser described how the role of Rip required grueling hours dedicated to "cowboy camp," his daily training to ride and rope effortlessly. "You got to put in saddle time," he told Fox News Digital at the time. "There's no way around it. You're going to be sore for the first week, 10 days … you have to be great as a horseman. And Taylor [Sheridan] has been great throughout the five years of putting me with some of the best in the business when it comes to continuing to grow and be better not only [in] my job as a cowboy but also in the world of being a great horseman. So I'm blessed and lucky to have these people around me. And I'll continue to do it. I mean, there's no way you can ever be great at it. It's just one of those things you have to continue to work on." Beyond playing Rip and supporting vets, Hauser has been focusing his energy on another passion project. Most recently, Hauser stepped behind the camera to produce, write, direct, edit and star in PBR's new brand campaign titled "Be Cowboy." The four-minute spot, which premiered at the PBR World Finals, shares the message that being a cowboy is more than what meets the eye; it's about heart, grit and how you live your life. "The world of the PBR and the world of American cowboys, it's such a classy world," said Hauser. "People don't know that. It's a 'Yes, sir. No, sir. Yes, ma'am. No ma'am' environment. And it's just a pleasure to be at my age of 50 years old." "To see that this still exists in our country, there's just an element of unbelievable characters here," said Hauser, who also hosted the Ultimate Tailgate Party during the world finals weekend. Fox News Digital's Lori Bashian contributed to this post.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Release Windows For Yellowstone's Spinoffs About Kayce, Rip And Beth Have Been Revealed, And Now I Have Two Important Questions
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Yellowstone may be over, but the Dutton family tree lives on thanks to Kayce, Beth and Rip. Between the end of the 2025 TV schedule and the start of 2026's programming, we'll see these characters played by Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser return to our screens in two different upcoming Yellowstone shows. And knowing that they'll air pretty close together leaves me with two important questions. We knew that both Dutton Ranch, which is the Rip and Beth spinoff, and Y: Marshals, Kayce's show, were in the works for a while now. However, now we have confirmed release windows. During Paramount Global's Q1 2025 earnings call (via ScreenRant), it was revealed that Rip and Beth's spinoff would premiere on the Paramount Network (and stream the next day for those with a Paramount+ subscription) in November of this year. Meanwhile, CBS's 2025-2026 lineup featured Kayce's series, and specified that it will premiere mid-season as part of the Spring '26 programming. That means, as Dutton Ranch is ending, we'll be gearing up for the premiere of Y: Marshals, which gives me questions about when these projects will take place and how much crossover there could be. Odds are, Dutton Ranch will air its finale in December or maybe January, and if I had to guess Y: Marshals will premiere sometime in February (or maybe late January or early March). That means there will be very little time between the two shows in terms of when they air. That makes me wonder how both projects will fit into the Yellowstone timeline. Will they take place simultaneously? Will Marshals happen right after Dutton Ranch? Could they take place years apart? The options are endless, and I really can't predict what they might do, which ups my curiosity a lot. However, it does not change my mind about the fact that Luke Grimes, Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly should crossover between the two dramas. Paramount Plus: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a yearTo keep up with everything Yellowstone, including the upcoming shows, make sure you have Paramount+. Plans start at $7.99, and you can upgrade to Premium for Showtime and no ads by paying $12.99 per month. View Deal When Yellowstone ended, Kayce and Beth went their separate ways. Kayce stayed at East Camp, very close to where the Dutton Ranch once stood. Beth and Rip moved to Dillon, Montana, to live on a new ranch. According to Google Maps, Paradise Valley, where Kayce's home is, and Dillon are a little over two hours apart if you're driving, so I think it's logical to believe the family would still see each other. Plus, Kayce and Beth left things on good terms after they both worked to facilitate the deal to give the ranch to the Broken Rock people. To me, it wouldn't make much sense if they never saw each other. So, whether these two shows take place around the same time or years apart, I want to see Kayce on Dutton Ranch, and I'd love to see Beth and Rip on Y: Marshals. While these Westerns will air on two different networks, they are all under the Paramount umbrella and will be streamable on Paramount+. So, let's cross these series over, keep the Dutton family together, and make it so all this happens around the same time, so we can see exactly how the Yellowstone story continues.
Irish Daily Star
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Star
Yellowstone star makes directorial debut after show comes to an end
Yellowstone fans were heartbroken when the Paramount Plus series came to an end and they have been keen to see more of fan-favourite Cole Hauser, who played Rip Wheeler. Since the original Taylor Sheridan series ended, Cole has been working on his directorial debut, with his latest project titled Be Cowboy. A premiere took place at the AT&T Stadium on May 17, and the short film is for PBR - the Professional Bull Riders League. The four-minute film stars Hauser as he drives past a family of ranchers while transporting cattle. "There are those of us who don't follow the herd," he is heard saying. "We do things our own way, we do things other's won't." Cole Hauser in the PBR video "We might not wear hats or boots or spurs... or we may. But we always walk tall." Cole then passes a football field, where a team is receiving an inspirational pep talk from their coach. He eventually ends up at the PBR stadium, where viewers can witness some of the most skilful riders. "If everyone is running away from it, then run towards it and take it on," he concludes. Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler on 'Yellowstone'. Fans took to the comments to share their thoughts on the video, which was shared to the PBR YouTube page. @jerrysmith2311 shared: "Yeah! Cowboy UP!!! Cole did an awesome job!" @ added: "Thank God for this way of life. Long live cowboy." @1224dlc commented: "Nice! Can't wait to see if PBR will do more like this one." @jonathanglassman1337 shared: "That was awesome! Go PBR and Be Cowboy!" Be Cowboy aired at the AT&T Stadium
Fox News
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
'Yellowstone' star Cole Hauser spills spin-off secrets, embraces 'classy' world of American cowboys
Cole Hauser is saddling up for his next adventure. Speaking with Fox News Digital at the Professional Bull Riding (PBR) finals in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday, the 50-year-old actor opened up about the highly anticipated "Yellowstone" spin-off premiering this fall, shared why he loves "putting in the work" when it comes to mastering horseback riding and revealed his admiration for the "classy" American cowboy culture that has recently reintroduced itself. "Well, first of all, it's not 'Dutton Ranch,'" Hauser, a brand ambassador for PBR, said of the spin-off's rumored title. "That's not the name of it." While the series' title is still up in the air, one thing is for certain, said Hauser. "We can expect the same that we've been doing for the last seven years," he said. "Kelly (Reilly) and I going and working our a-- off trying to create something special." According to Deadline, Hauser and Reilly have closed deals to lead the spin-off series, reprising their roles as Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler. Hauser's role of the bad boy on the ranch began when his character, Rip, was found by John Dutton (Kevin Costner) as a child. Rip had murdered his stepfather to protect his mother, who succumbed to the abuse by her husband. John raised Rip on the ranch, and he became Yellowstone's hit man by executing violence and murders when necessary. In an interview with People last year, Cole explained that Rip becoming a fan favorite "surprised the s--- out of [creator] Taylor Sheridan and I, at first." "And I think that's what's the scariest part," he said, adding "he is just that kind of animal." Knowing that he was meant to portray a very cutthroat character, he was taken aback when his fans, specifically women, were infatuated with Rip Wheeler. "At first, to see women coming up and saying, 'Oh my God, I love your character.' I was thinking, 'What's wrong with you?'" he told the outlet before noting that his perspective shifted after seeing the enchanting "bad boy kind of thing that they love." "What makes [Rip] special is that he has an unbelievable heart, too," Hauser said. "I mean, his loyalty is to not only the Dutton family, but to Beth [Dutton portrayed by Kelly Reilly]; and his kindness, other than wanting to kill people at times, is just, to me, it's the best of both worlds to be able to play." Similar to his "Yellowstone" persona, Hauser said his passion for riding horses only intensified throughout his experience filming the show. "The amount of time that I've put in this battle… I was a decent rider when I started, but to be trained by all these unbelievable trainers. I think I'm most proud of the fact that I did the work at the end of the day. I love putting in the work." In 2022, Hauser described how the role of Rip required grueling hours dedicated to "cowboy camp," his daily training to ride and rope effortlessly. "You gotta put in saddle time," he told Fox News Digital at the time. "There's no way around it. You're gonna be sore for the first week, 10 days… you have to be great as a horseman. And Taylor [Sheridan] has been great throughout the five years of putting me with some of the best in the business when it comes to continuing to grow and be better not only [in] my job as a cowboy, but also in the world of being a great horseman. So I'm blessed and lucky to have these people around me. And I'll continue to do it. I mean, there's no way you can ever be great at it. It's just one of those things you have to continue to work on." Outside of playing Rip, Hauser has been focusing his energy on another creative outlet. Most recently, Hauser stepped behind the camera to produce, write, direct, edit and star in PBR's new brand campaign titled "Be Cowboy." The four-minute spot, which premiered at the PBR World Finals on Saturday, shares the message that being a cowboy is more than what meets the eye; it's about heart, grit, and how you live your life. "The world of the PBR and the world of American Cowboys, it's such a classy world," said Hauser. "People don't know that. It's a 'Yes sir, no sir. Yes, ma'am, no, ma'am' environment. And it's just a pleasure to be at my age of 50 years old." "To see that this still exists in our country, there's just an element of unbelievable characters here," said Hauser, who also hosted the Ultimate Tailgate Party during the world finals weekend. Fox News Digital's Lori Bashian contributed to this post.
Irish Daily Star
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Star
Yellowstone's Rip Wheeler actor unexpected career move after dramatic series finale
Yellowstone's Cole Hauser appears to have taken a significant career detour following recent behind-the-scenes drama. The hit series, created by Taylor Sheridan, wrapped up its fifth season last year with a dramatic finale. However, the narrative within this universe is far from over, with four spin-off shows either in the works or confirmed, and even more expected. Fans are keen to track the next ventures of the show's stars, including upcoming movies or TV shows featuring actors who played roles in the Dutton family. Kelly Reilly, known for her role as Beth Dutton, is set to appear in an upcoming crime drama. The London-born actress will play a former detective turned teacher living in a fictional Welsh town rocked by the death of a young boy. The show is titled Under Salt Marsh, reports the Mirror US . The actor has been busy away from set (Image: PARAMOUNT) On the other hand, Hauser, who portrayed fan-favourite Rip Wheeler, seems to be taking a different path post-Yellowstone. His recent social media activity suggests he's taking a break to travel the globe and soak up new experiences before returning to the screen. A recent Instagram post indicates he's been spending time in New Zealand. However, it doesn't seem to be for filming purposes as his IMDB page lists no upcoming projects in production involving him. Last week, a post was shared with a caption that expressed gratitude: "Thank you New Zealand! Time to cruise that way. The people and places I've seen on this adventure will never be forgotten." Previously, Hauser had posted a photo from Africa, commenting: "So long Botswana! What a magical place and people." He also made sure to tag Free Rein Coffee, a business venture he's involved in, hinting at the possibility of a work-related visit. Hauser is rumored to be gearing up for his next acting role, potentially returning as his character from Yellowstone alongside Reilly. They are expected to headline a new series that continues where the original left off, with production reportedly starting this summer. Details are scarce, but the working title is believed to be 6666, named after the ranch central to the storyline. In a conversation with People, the actor shared his thoughts: "I think America has spoken. They still love the show. We will see what happens over the next year or so and we'll see what's next. Hopefully, we can continue to get into people's living rooms and entertain them the way we have over the last seven years." This news follows the off-screen controversy surrounding Kevin Costner's departure from the show, which ultimately led to its conclusion. Fans are looking forward to his character's return Costner expressed his frustration to Deadline about being unable to pursue his own creative projects due to contractual obligations. Initially, he had no desire to break the contract, but when the show was put on hold for over a year, leaving him unable to work on anything else, his frustration grew. He explained to Deadline: "I had a contract to do [seasons] 5, 6 and 7. I was contracted to do that. There's nothing I could have done to get out of that, nor was I trying to just figure out how, when we started. When we finished, I wanted to do Horizon. "The whole situation arose because they shut down one whole season, didn't inform anyone, and I was left without work for 14 months. Their silence bothered me in terms of professional conduct. Why didn't they stand up for me? I went and sold this thing for them. I was only going to do one season. I ended up doing three. I fulfilled three. So, I went from one to three, then I did a fourth one for them, and they wanted to do three more. So, I signed the contract to do that. They imploded." Yellowstone is streaming on Peacock.
