What Taylor Sheridan's biggest stars really think about working with the 'Yellowstone' creator
Taylor Sheridan's star-studded cast of actors have been singing his praises, praising his writing skills, collaborative approach, and ability to create complex characters and storylines. Here's a breakdown of what some of his biggest stars have said about working with the 'Yellowstone' creator:
Michael Kelly: 'One of the greatest storytellers in history'
Michael Kelly, who stars in 'Lioness', calls Sheridan 'one of the greatest storytellers in history'. He praises his intelligence and brilliance, stating, 'There’s nobody who’s doing or has ever done what he’s doing. It’s incredible what he does. And he’s just one of the smartest dudes you’ll ever meet.' Kelly also expresses his willingness to work with Sheridan again, stating, 'Anything you want me to do, I'll do.'
Zoe Saldaña: 'An intimidating cat who raises the bar'
Zoe Saldaña, who stars in 'Lioness', describes Sheridan as 'an intimidating cat' who comes to set ready and 'so serious'. She praises his ability to challenge actors while remaining collaborative, stating, 'When he shows he believes in you, you have no other choice but to start believing in yourself again.' Saldaña also highlights Sheridan's passion for actors and acting, describing him as 'an incredibly smart person' who puts in a ton of research when writing his scripts.
Billy Bob Thornton: 'A brilliant guy, great writer'
Billy Bob Thornton, who stars in 'Landman', expresses his love for working with Sheridan, describing him as 'a brilliant guy, great writer'. He enjoys hanging out with Sheridan after hours and appreciates his company.
Michelle Pfeiffer: 'A pretty darn good track record'
Michelle Pfeiffer, who stars in 'The Madison', shares how Sheridan convinced her to star in the show. She praises his research and writing skills, stating, 'He wanted to know who Stacy was before he started writing. I wanted to know who Stacy is before I committed... So I asked Helen Mirren to speak to me about her experience.' Pfeiffer ultimately committed to the role after hearing positive feedback from Mirren.
Harrison Ford: 'A talented writer and intellectual'
Harrison Ford, who stars in '1923', describes Sheridan as 'an incredible horseman, a genuine athlete, and a talented writer and intellectual'. He praises his horsemanship and athletic abilities, noting that they complement his writing skills.
Kevin Costner: 'Doing special work'
Kevin Costner, who worked with Sheridan on 'Yellowstone', describes him as 'doing special work in a lot of different ways'. He expresses his openness to future collaborations, stating, 'If he sees me in something that he wants to do, I'll look at it just the way I did 'Yellowstone' and maybe we will end up doing something together.'
Helen Mirren: 'Fabulously hands-off'
Helen Mirren, who stars in '1923', describes Sheridan as 'fabulously hands-off'. She praises his ability to present scripts with incredible precision without being labored, stating, 'To be able to be a part of a franchise in a world that is so singular on American television is very exciting.'
Brian Geraghty: 'Empathetic to actors'
Brian Geraghty, who stars in '1923', shares his experience working with Sheridan. He praises his writing and casting abilities, stating, 'He told me great stories of his time as an actor, about the process and how he hired some of the younger actors on the show by giving them a break over some really big-name actors.' Geraghty also highlights Sheridan's empathy towards actors, despite his tough exterior.
Michelle Randolph: 'One of the few people who takes chances on actors'
Michelle Randolph, who stars in '1923' and 'Landman', praises Sheridan for being willing to give unknown actors a break. She describes him as 'one of the few people' in the business who 'takes chances on actors' and expresses her gratitude for his opportunity.
Kurt Russell: 'His best writing'
Kurt Russell, who stars in 'The Madison', praises Sheridan's writing ability, stating, 'I love his writing. I think this is his best writing. I love that this is not 'Yellowstone.' It's very standalone, very different.' He appreciates the relationships Sheridan explores in the show.
Ali Larter: 'The best working writer'
Ali Larter, who stars in 'Landman', shares her close friendship with Sheridan. She praises his writing skills, stating, 'He's brilliant at the way he crafts his stories. I love the characters he creates, because they're dynamic and powerful ... But he also has space to show their vulnerable sides.' Larter also highlights Sheridan's hard work and determination to do things his own way.
