Costner’s Yellowstone Exit: The 10 Key Reasons

Failed contract negotiations - Costner wanteda lighter filming schedule and more money, but no deal was reached

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Scheduling conflicts - Costner found the filming schedule too demanding alongside his other projects

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Pay dispute - Costner was not satisfied with the salary Paramount offered for his lead role.

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Creative differences There were rumored disagreements between Costner and showrunner Taylor Sheridar

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