Kevin Costner exits Yellowstone following conflict with co-creator

end of the Western drama

, which has aired since 2018. Fortunately for them, Sheridan had been preparing for this possibility and currently has several Yellowstone-related projects in the pipeline as a replacement.

News of Costner's exit from Yellowstone come amidst reports that his wife of more than 18 years, Christine Baumgartner, has filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences. In a statement shared with the Associated Press, the actor's rep stated, "It is with great sadness that circumstances beyond his control have transpired which have resulted in Mr. Costner having to participate in a dissolution of marriage action. We ask that his, Christine's and their children's privacy be respected as they navigate this difficult time."

In other news, Paramount+ renewed the Yellowstone spinoff series titled

1923 for a second season

in February. Since the prequel series, which stars Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren, aired the final episode of its debut season on February 26, there is no telling when the second season will be ready. The studio is also working on another spinoff of the series which will feature True Detective star

Matthew McConaughey as the lead character

.

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