Cole Hauser Open to Returning as Rip Wheeler in Potential Season 6 of “Yellowstone”

Cole Hauser, known for his role as Rip Wheeler in the hit series “Yellowstone,” has expressed his willingness to reprise his character if creator Taylor Sheridan asks him to. Hauser, while promoting his coffee brand, Free Rein Coffee Company, and its partnership with Walmart, stated that he loves the character of Rip and finds him multi-dimensional. He also mentioned his admiration for his co-stars and considers them all as family. Hauser’s comments come amidst rumors of a potential Season 6 of “Yellowstone” focused on Rip and Beth Dutton, played by Kelly Reilly.

Although news broke about Hauser and Reilly being in talks for a surprise sixth season, Paramount has yet to confirm the news. Currently, “Yellowstone” is set to end after Season 5B, which premieres on November 10. Hauser teased the upcoming episodes, revealing that he and Reilly have done some great work together as Rip and Beth. He expressed excitement for viewers to see their performances and the support his character shows for Beth throughout the show.

When filming wrapped, Hauser admitted that saying goodbye to the show and the cast was a sad moment. He described the cast and crew as a family and acknowledged the emotional impact of parting ways after working together for such a long time. However, Hauser, with his 35 years of experience in the industry, has grown accustomed to these farewells.

Interestingly, Hauser revealed that he doesn’t watch his projects once they air, including “Yellowstone.” For him, being a part of the project and seeing it come to fruition is enough. He leaves it to the audience to enjoy the show.

In addition to his acting career, Hauser has been busy with his coffee company, Free Rein Coffee Company. The brand, which launched in 2023, recently announced its nationwide retail expansion with Walmart. Free Rein Coffee Company offers slow-roasted, small-batch, Western-inspired coffee and supports veterans, active military, first responders, nurses, and teachers.

Hauser expressed his excitement about the expansion and the hard work put into making the brand successful. He sees this partnership with Walmart as a significant milestone that will bring Free Rein Coffee Company to the forefront of the coffee world.

Despite his busy schedule, Hauser has managed to balance his coffee business with his acting commitments. He mentioned that the team has even organized events in Montana, where “Yellowstone” is filmed, to promote the brand.

In conclusion, Cole Hauser’s willingness to reprise his role as Rip Wheeler in “Yellowstone” demonstrates his passion for the character and his strong bond with the cast. While rumors circulate about a potential Season 6, fans eagerly await confirmation from Paramount. Meanwhile, Hauser continues to focus on his coffee brand’s expansion and successfully manages his acting career alongside it.