The end of Yellowstone is officially on the horizon, with the highly anticipated final episodes of Season 5 set to air this Monday on Stan. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the conclusion of the series, and in a recent interview, Cole Hauser, who plays the beloved but deadly ranchman Rip Wheeler, teased what could be in store for his character in the final episodes.

When asked about the many fan theories circulating online, which suggest that things may not end well for Rip, Hauser left fans hanging, cryptically responding, “You’ll have to wait. Listen, Rip does a lot of the killing. I’ll tell you that.” His comment only heightened the suspense surrounding his character’s fate, with many wondering if Rip’s tumultuous journey on Yellowstone will end in tragedy or triumph.

Hauser also addressed rumors about a possible spinoff featuring Rip and his partner, Beth Dutton (played by Kelly Reilly). While he was coy about confirming anything, he acknowledged the talks around a potential show, saying, “Obviously it would be amazing. There are talks about it, and we’ll see how it shakes out.” This adds to the growing speculation about whether Yellowstone fans will get to see more of the iconic couple in their own series, further expanding the universe of the show.

As fans prepare for the series’ final episodes, Hauser shared his excitement about finally being able to share how the story unfolds. Reflecting on the journey of Yellowstone, he admitted that he never expected the show to reach such a massive level of success. “I thought it would be one year and done,” he confessed, explaining that the show’s growth into a phenomenon with a dedicated fan base was completely unexpected.

In the final episodes of Yellowstone, Rip’s character will continue to wrestle with his darker demons, and his relationship with his adopted father, John Dutton, will remain a focal point. Fans will also see the ultimate fate of his relationship with Beth, which has been one of the most intense and emotional arcs of the series. With the Dutton family facing challenges from all sides, the stakes couldn’t be higher for Rip and his loved ones.

The first part of Season 5 saw a major shift with John Dutton becoming the Governor of Montana, and now, with Kevin Costner’s departure from the show, the final episodes will undoubtedly shake up the power dynamics in the Dutton family. What will be the ultimate fate of Rip Wheeler and the rest of the characters as the story reaches its thrilling conclusion? Fans will have to tune in to find out.