Actor Dave Annable, known for his roles in Yellowstone, Brothers & Sisters, and the upcoming series Special Ops: Lioness, recently opened up about his character’s shocking death in the hit Western drama.
Annable’s character, Lee Dutton, was the patriarch of the powerful Dutton family in Yellowstone. His untimely demise in the second season finale left viewers in disbelief and eager for answers. Annable himself was equally surprised by the development.
“I was shocked when I read the script,” Annable admitted. “I didn’t see it coming at all. It’s always a bit surreal when you’re killed off a show.”
While Annable was initially surprised by his character’s fate, he trusts in the creative process and the show’s writers. He explained that the decision to kill off Lee was a narrative choice that ultimately served the story.
“I think Taylor Sheridan [the show’s creator] is a genius,” Annable said. “He knew what he was doing, and I respect his vision for the show.”
Despite his sudden departure from Yellowstone, Annable believes that Lee’s legacy will continue to shape the show. He explained that the character’s death will have a profound impact on the remaining family members.
“Lee was the glue that held the Duttons together,” Annable said. “His death will create a void that they’ll have to fill, and it will be interesting to see how they navigate that.”
While fans will miss Annable in Yellowstone, they can soon catch him in the upcoming Paramount+ series Special Ops: Lioness. In this action-packed drama, Annable plays Joe, a former Delta Force operative who is put in charge of training a team of female CIA agents.
“‘Special Ops: Lioness’ is a great show,” Annable said. “It’s intense, it’s emotional, and it has a lot of heart. I’m really excited for people to see it.”
Dave Annable’s death in Yellowstone may have been shocking, but it has set the stage for thrilling developments in both Yellowstone and Special Ops: Lioness. As an actor, Annable embraces the challenges and opportunities that come with dramatic storytelling, and his fans eagerly await his next chapter on screen.
