When it comes to writing, writers are usually told it’s better to write what they know, and that is exactly what Taylor Sheridan did when cultivating the narrative for “Yellowstone.” It may not have been the same as the sought-after farmland from the show, but Sheridan himself was born and raised on a ranch, which was a factor when creating the series. “When you write, it’s always of an autobiographical nature,” the “Yellowstone” co-creator said about the impact of his real-life cowboy experiences in an interview. “Our family ranch has informed ‘Yellowstone’ in many ways, but losing it was the biggest one.” The executive producer credited the time when his family was forced to sell the ranch in the ’90s as inspiration for the series, and that personal feeling of loss adds yet another level of authenticity to the show’s plot. The particular memory from his past heavily impacted the story, especially regarding the motivations of the Dutton family to keep their land no matter the cost.
But training, location, and writing weren’t the only ways Sheridan’s cowboy talents had served the Paramount Network’s heavy hitter. When it came time to cast the character of Travis Wheatley, a horse trader with next-level skills, there was only one person Sheridan felt comfortable recruiting for the role. The man himself was the only one worthy of playing such a persona. Whether dredging up tough memories, renting out the backyard, or saddling up for a shot, there is no denying that Taylor Sheridan is firmly committed to making “Yellowstone” and its ever-expanding franchise the best it can be for its fans.
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