Key Takeaways:
• Actor-writer Taylor Sheridan was a struggling actor before his breakthrough role in FX's ‘Sons of Anarchy.'
• The unexpected killing off of Sheridan's character led him to leave acting for scriptwriting, leading to his success with ‘Yellowstone.'
• Fans believe Sheridan took subtle revenge on ‘Sons of Anarchy' with a particular scene in ‘Yellowstone.'
From Struggles to Stardom: The Journey of Taylor Sheridan
Before he became known for his impressive writing, Taylor Sheridan was just another richly talented actor navigating the Hollywood maze. His struggle for recognition landed him the role of Deputy David Hale in FX's ‘Sons of Anarchy.' Being part of a stellar cast including Charlie Hunnam, Taylor appeared in 21 episodes spanning the first three seasons of the series.
Sheridan's Shocking Show Exit
Sheridan's role as Deputy David Hale ended abruptly when his character was killed off in a surprising twist. Post-exit, Sheridan confessed to Deadline that he walked away because he felt undervalued and poorly compensated. He was frustrated at being just ‘Number 11' on the call sheet and decided to quit acting to pursue writing.
His refusal to settle for less than he deserved led to him penning scripts for popular films like ‘Sicario' and ‘Hell or High Water.' But it was with ‘Yellowstone' that Sheridan managed to distinguish himself from others.
Did Taylor Sheridan Sneak a Revenge Scene into Yellowstone?
Fans of both ‘Sons of Anarchy' and ‘Yellowstone' have picked up on a scene in Sheridan's Western drama they believe to be a subtle dig at his former show. This scene takes place in Season 3, episode 4 of ‘Yellowstone,' titled ‘Going Back to Cali.'
In this scene, a biker gang from California (where ‘Sons of Anarchy' is also based) descends on the Dutton Ranch. Following a dispute, character Rip Wheeler drives them off the ranch by damaging their bikes. An ensuing nighttime conflict almost sees the gang buried in self-dug graves courtesy of John Dutton, played by Kevin Costner. Fans perceive this to be Sheridan's clever jab at his former series, ‘Sons of Anarchy.'
Although Taylor Sheridan has yet to comment on this speculation, fans are increasingly convinced that these scene parallels are far from coincidental. On another note, fans following either, or both, shows can stream ‘Sons of Anarchy' on Hulu, while ‘Yellowstone' is available on Peacock.
As we eagerly await more intriguing stories from Sheridan's skillful pen, we can't avoid being drawn into these exciting speculations. Did Sheridan really take revenge on ‘Sons of Anarchy' through a ‘Yellowstone' scene? For now, all we can do is enjoy the shows, keep guessing, and wait for an official comment from Sheridan himself.
In conclusion, Taylor Sheridan's journey from a struggling actor to an esteemed writer is as thrilling as his TV shows. The possible connection between a scene in ‘Yellowstone' and his ‘Sons of Anarchy' exit only serves to make his story all the more appealing. And it's a story we all look forward to seeing unravel in the future.
