Ali Arsalan
Yellowstone, the captivating Western drama series, has enthralled viewers with its intricate storytelling and fascinating characters. As anticipation builds for the prequel, Yellowstone 1883, one of the show’s stars, Isabel May, finds herself caught in a web of confusion when it comes to the sprawling family tree of the iconic Duttons.
May, who portrays Elsa Dutton, the spirited daughter of James and Margaret Dutton, admits to being baffled by the ever-expanding lineage of the Dutton clan led by the legendary John Dutton, portrayed by Kevin Costner.
Isabel May Navigating the Expanding Dutton Family Tree
As her show, 1883, makes its Paramount Network re-release, Isabel May sat down to discuss her role and the broader Yellowstone franchise. With the addition of the prequel spinoff 1923, which further extends the Dutton family tree, May candidly admitted:
“I pay zero attention to any of that, it’s too confusing to me. You could spend your time theorizing, all the power to you. I’d rather just be told! Eventually we all will.”
Isabel May
Unraveling the Expanding Dutton Family Tree in Yellowstone
The beloved Paramount Network series Yellowstone, created by writer-director Sheridan, has not only introduced audiences to the intriguing Dutton family but also expanded the franchise through multiple spinoffs. In Yellowstone, John Dutton III (Kevin Costner) represents the sixth generation, and his children, Jamie Dutton II (Wes Bentley) and Tate (Brecken Merrill), the seventh.
The spinoff 1923 introduces James’ brother Jacob Dutton (Harrison Ford), who faces challenges protecting the ranch from sheep herders and businessmen.
The marriage of Spencer Dutton (Brandon Sklenar) to Alexandra (Julia Schlaepfer) may further expand the family tree, as their lineage remains a mystery. With the upcoming Matthew McConaughey-led sequel series following Costner’s departure, the Yellowstone universe is set to branch out even more.
As new generations emerge and unexpected connections unfold, the legacy of the Duttons remains at the forefront!