Kevin Costner has officially confirmed that he will not be reprising his role as John Dutton in Yellowstone's fifth and final season. After speculation and rumors, Costner announced in a heartfelt Instagram video that due to other professional commitments, he will not continue with the beloved series. The Oscar winner expressed his gratitude for the role that has been a significant part of his life for four and a half seasons. Fans of the show and Costner alike will have to bid farewell to the iconic character as the series moves forward without him. Yellowstone's cast is left to imagine a world without Kevin Costner's presence on the Dutton Ranch, marking the end of an era for both the actor and the character he brought to life.