Kevin Costner wins over fans and Kristin Cavallari, while Taylor Sheridan’s shirtless Yellowstone scene sparks debate in the show’s final season.

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When we think of Yellowstone, two notable names who come to mind are Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan. They are both forces to be reckoned with and have contributed immensely to the Western show’s success.

Screenshot 2024 12 17 at 3.28.59%E2%80%AFPMKevin Costner in Yellowstone | Paramount Network

Sheridan is the creative genius behind the show, who penned it down and turned it into a cultural phenomenon. Meanwhile, Costner’s aura onscreen leaves everyone enamored. But what about their off-screen effect, especially when it comes to ladies?

Kristin Cavallari calls Kevin Costner her ‘forever crush’

Screenshot 2024 12 17 at 3.32.46%E2%80%AFPMKristin Cavallari | @kristincavallari / Instagram

Kevin Costner’s rugged charm needs to be studied because how does he have youngsters swooning over him at this age? He plays the patriarch in Yellowstone and has a commanding presence, one that might seem attractive to many.

Recently, reality TV star and TV personality Kristin Cavallari was hosting a Q&A on her Instagram, and during the session, she publicly declared that she happened to be interested in Costner. When a fan jokingly asked if she would ever date the 69-year-old actor, Cavallari had an enthusiastic response (via Fox News).

With phrases like “forever crush” and “give him my number,” it was clear that she fancied Costner, but who could blame her? After her split with Jay Culter in 2022,  Cavallari has been exploring her options, and her crush on the Yellowstone star just shows how magnetic he is, both on-screen and off-screen.

Taylor Sheridan buffs up and tries to take the spotlight in Yellowstone

Screenshot 2024 12 17 at 3.29.52%E2%80%AFPMTaylor Sheridan | CBS Sunday Morning / YouTube

While Kevin Costner effortlessly draws real-life admirers, Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan appears determined to steal a bit of the spotlight in the show’s final season. The writer is known for being a genius when it comes to behind-the-scenes work, but he certainly loves to step in front of the camera as well.

He plays the horse trainer, Travis Wheatley, but his transformation in season 5 and the shirtless appearance in a strip poker scene alongside Bella Hadid has turned people’s heads for all the wrong reasons (via Parade). In the episode, you can see him showing off his sculpted physique while there are multiple women around.

Now, this scene drew some mixed reactions because what seemed like a lighthearted addition to Sheridan, seemed like an ego-fueling-fest to Yellowstone fans who found the whole thing to be too self-indulgent.

Now that Costner has left the show, the possibility of Sheridan’s character becoming more prominent seems large. With Dutton’s storyline coming to a dramatic conclusion, Sheridan looks like he’s ready to be the new ‘alpha male,’ but can he match Costner’s effortlessness?