Luke Grimes Clarifies Relationship With Yellowstone Co-Star Kevin Costner

Actor Luke Grimes revealed in an interview with USA Today that he has not spoken to his former co-star Kevin Costner since production ended on the Western drama series Yellowstone. Variety reported that Grimes attributed the lack of communication to both actors being busy, noting that life moves on. Grimes played Costner's son on screen in the series created by Taylor Sheridan. [1]

Grimes currently stars in the spin-off series Marshals, an American neo-Western and police procedural created by Spencer Hudnut. The show serves as a spin-off and sequel to Yellowstone, which aired from 2018 to 2024, and marks the fourth television series in the broader franchise. Grimes reprised his original role alongside cast members Brecken Merrill, Mo Brings Plenty, and Gil Birmingham. [1][9]

Showrunners are also considering future connections between the expanding franchise programs. TVLine reported that Marshals showrunner Spencer Hudnut confirmed discussions have taken place regarding a potential crossover between CBS's Marshals and Paramount+'s Dutton Ranch. Hudnut stated that a crossover between the two programs remains a goal for the production team. [2]