**Kevin Costner Hints at Possible ‘Yellowstone’ Lawsuit Amid Divorce Battle**

Kevin Costner, the Golden Globe-winning star of *Yellowstone*, is addressing his ongoing conflict with the show during his heated divorce proceedings. The actor recently testified at his divorce hearing, providing insight into his financial disputes with the Paramount Network series, which has become the most-watched drama on television.

According to multiple reports, Costner, 68, revealed that he may take legal action against *Yellowstone* producers to resolve their differences. He claimed he is owed $12 million for the yet-to-be-filmed second half of Season 5 after Paramount allegedly “walked away from negotiations.”

Costner expressed disappointment over the situation, stating, “It’s a little disappointing that it’s the number one show on television, and I’m not participating. I’ll probably go to court over it.”

*Yellowstone* has been on hiatus since the first half of Season 5 aired late last year. The reasons for the delay have been unclear, with speculation ranging from Costner’s busy schedule to claims that showrunner Taylor Sheridan’s workload has been stretched thin due to other Paramount projects.

Amid these complications, Paramount surprised fans by announcing that the show would end with the second half of Season 5.

Costner also disclosed that he had been willing to return for Season 6, but negotiations fell apart. “I couldn’t help them anymore,” he said. “We tried to negotiate. They offered me less money than previous seasons, and there were issues with the creative.” While discussions are ongoing to convince Costner to film a few scenes to wrap up his character’s story arc, the scripts for the remaining episodes have yet to be completed.

In a cover story with *The Hollywood Reporter*, Sheridan shared his perspective on the dispute. He claimed that Costner had requested to work fewer days on *Yellowstone* in recent seasons to focus on his movie projects, which caused frustration among producers. Sheridan explained, “I said we can certainly work a schedule toward his preferred exit date, which we did.”

Costner’s professional struggles have coincided with personal turmoil, as he is currently navigating a divorce from his wife of 19 years, Christine Baumgartner. Baumgartner filed for divorce in May, adding another layer of complexity to the actor’s life.

Despite the challenges, Costner remains a pivotal figure in the *Yellowstone* franchise. His portrayal of John Dutton, the patriarch of the Dutton family, has been central to the show’s massive success. Fans have expressed disappointment over the uncertainty surrounding his involvement, and many are eager for clarity on how his character’s journey will conclude.

As *Yellowstone* prepares to end with the second half of Season 5, the franchise is already expanding with spin-offs like *1923* and the upcoming *Lawmen: Bass Reeves*. However, Costner’s potential lawsuit and creative disagreements with Paramount highlight the complexities of balancing artistic vision with business negotiations in Hollywood.

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