During the first table read for 'Yellowstone,' Kevin Costner admitted to being "scared as hell."

In an interview, Denim Richards, who portrayed Colby on the show, disclosed behind the scenes information.

During the first table read for 'Yellowstone,' Kevin Costner admitted to being "scared as hell."
During the first table read for 'Yellowstone,' Kevin Costner admitted to being "scared as hell."

Despite his departure from the show, Kevin Costner's influence on the "Yellowstone" cast remains strong as the series concludes its fifth season.

During a table read, Denim Richards, who portrayed Colby on the show, recounted his first memory of meeting Costner.

"Kevin Costner walks in, and everyone is getting together. He's this massive presence, but so humble," Richards told The New York Post.

""Let's come together and support each other as we get ready to go outside," said [Costner], who was visibly scared."

Side by side photos of Denim Richards and Kevin Costner
Denim Richards, who played Colby on "Yellowstone," recalled Kevin Costner telling the cast he was "scared as hell" at the first table read. (Penske Media; Paramount+)

After Costner's speech, Richards remarked, "The stress in the room dissipated. It was a beautiful sight to behold."

Whether or not he was truly scared, it's unclear. However, his legend status gave everyone an extra boost of confidence that there is no hierarchy.

"You could feel the stress go out of the room. It was a beautiful thing."  — Denim Richards

John Dutton, played by Costner, was the head of a ranch in Montana, which was run by his family, including Kayce, Jamie, Beth, and her husband Rip, for five and a half seasons on "Yellowstone."

Side by side photos of Denim Richards and Kevin Costner in scenes from Yellowstone
Richards said Costner's confession helped "the stress go out of the room." (Paramount+)

In the second half of the season, Costner's character was killed off. Despite leaving the series before the episode aired due to scheduling and contract issues, including his "Horizon: An American Saga" film series.

There are rumors that a spinoff series is being developed, focusing on Kelly Reilly's character Beth Dutton and her husband Rip Wheeler, despite the current season being the final one in the original series.

Ahead of tonight's finale, People magazine published Hauser's reflections on the show, which he shared with them recently.

Cole Hauser red carpet
"Yellowstone" star Cole Hauser shared that being on the show has been "an unbelievable experience." (Getty Images)

He shared with the outlet that the past few weeks have been an unbelievable experience, as he witnessed people out and about and their acknowledgment of the show and character, and the impact it had on them.

He remained mum on any details regarding a spinoff or the future of "Yellowstone," but stated, "We'll see what transpires in the next year or so and determine what's next. I hope we can continue to captivate audiences as we have over the past seven years."

Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler and Kelly Reilly as Beth Dutton sitting in the grass for a "Yellowstone" stock picture
Hauser didn't confirm or deny any rumors of a spinoff with his co-star, Kelly Reilly. (Paramount)

"Hauser stated that America has expressed its love for the show, and there are numerous individuals who gather with their families every Sunday to enjoy the experience of being transported to Montana and entertained. In his opinion, the show's appeal is straightforward."

by Elizabeth Stanton

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