Fans Still Can't Forgive Yellowstone for Killing Off Its Most Promising Character
Was Lee Dutton's death the end of Yellowstone's golden era?
Yellowstone, the Paramount Network’s hit TV series, has given its audience a ride on the emotional rollercoaster, but there is one event that still resonates with fans. The death of one particular character was not just a plot twist but a pivotal moment that set the tone for the entire series. Yes, we are talking about the untimely demise of Lee Dutton.
A recent discussion on the Yellowstone subreddit brought up the conclusion that Lee was killed off way too soon, and fans generally agree. Despite his short-lived presence, Lee left a lasting impression.
Some fans even believe that his death marked the end of the "golden era" for the Dutton family.
Lee Dutton, the character played by Dave Annable, was kind of the overlooked Dutton brother. Even though the show introduced a bunch of new characters, you couldn't help but miss Lee. He was like the living symbol of the Dutton family's history who actually cared about the land and its heritage.
His death kind of set off a chain reaction in the series, forcing the Dutton family to go all out to protect their family land. But as the show went on, it felt like they started to forget about Lee and put more emphasis on other characters and storylines.
The show got pretty intense after Lee's death, and each season just cranked up the drama even more. Viewers noticed that Lee was the only Dutton who actually showed interest in the land and cattle. At first, his death seemed random, but later on, it became clear that it had a big role in the whole story.
But, after almost two seasons, Yellowstone brought Lee back in a vision in the last episode of season 4. It was a little shout-out to all the fans who really missed the character. That vision was a way of reminding us all of the mark Lee left on the show and the Dutton family.
Despite his character's early exit, Dave Annable continued to make waves in the entertainment industry. He embraced cowboy-type roles in other neo-Westerns, including a recurring role on the CW's Walker.
Moreover, Annable reunited with Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan for the espionage thriller series Special Ops: Lioness.
Source: Reddit