Yellowstone Star Lloyd Joins Beth & Rip Spin-Off Series — Fans Are Losing It!

The Yellowstone universe just got a whole lot bigger — and fans can’t stop talking about it.
According to new insider reports, Lloyd Pierce, the beloved ranch hand played by Forrie J. Smith, will officially join the upcoming Beth & Rip spin-off series — a surprise no one saw coming.

This unexpected reunion promises to bring back that familiar Dutton Ranch fire — loyalty, grit, and raw emotion — that fans have missed since Yellowstone went on hiatus.

The upcoming spin-off, which focuses on Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) starting a new life far from the chaos of Montana, is said to explore what happens after they leave the Yellowstone Ranch behind. But now, with Lloyd in the mix, it seems the ranch’s legacy — and maybe a few old ghosts — are following them wherever they go.

“Wherever Beth and Rip go, Lloyd won’t be far behind,” a source close to the production teased. “He’s family. And this time, he’s not just the wise cowboy — he’s part of the new beginning.”

What Fans Can Expect

Reports suggest the show will dive deep into themes of loyalty, redemption, and the cost of freedom — as Beth and Rip try to build a life of their own while haunted by the choices they made back on the ranch. Lloyd’s arrival is said to add both heart and heartbreak to the story, as he represents everything they left behind.

Social media is already on fire with excitement. Fans are calling this “the reunion we didn’t know we needed.” One fan wrote:

“If Lloyd’s back, then it’s real Yellowstone energy again. The old soul of the show is coming with them!”

When and Where to Watch

The Beth & Rip spin-off is currently in production under Taylor Sheridan’s creative direction, with filming reportedly taking place in Texas. Paramount Network is eyeing a 2026 premiere date, with a full ten-episode season planned.

The Legacy Lives On

Even as Yellowstone heads toward its emotional conclusion, the Dutton legacy refuses to fade. With Lloyd joining Beth and Rip, this new chapter promises the perfect blend of nostalgia and new beginnings — the kind of storytelling only Taylor Sheridan can deliver.

One thing’s certain: the cowboy code still rides strong.
And when the dust settles, the world will remember — you can leave the ranch, but the ranch never leaves you.