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Luke Grimes Endorses Monica’s Exit as Marshals Redefines Kayce Dutton

Grimes says the choice gives Kayce a clear new drive in the spin-off.

Overview

  • Grimes says he first rejected the plan to remove Monica from the story, then accepted it as the cleanest way to push Kayce into a new chapter.
  • He adds that Kelsey Asbille supported the series moving forward without her character’s on-screen presence.
  • Marshals: A Yellowstone Story follows Kayce as he joins an elite U.S. Marshals unit, drawing on his cowboy life and Navy SEAL training to pursue justice in Montana.
  • Recent episodes emphasize past family losses that still weigh on Kayce, underscoring why his work and role as a father now define his choices.
  • The series streams on Paramount+ with new episodes on CBS, and Radio Times reports season 2 is set, with Grimes committing to stay in the role long term.