This Hollywood Reporter article profiles Taylor Sheridan, a highly successful television producer known for his neo-Western dramas, most notably Yellowstone. The piece explores Sheridan's creative process, his conflicts with studios over creative control, the circumstances surrounding Kevin Costner's departure from Yellowstone, and Sheridan's unconventional path from struggling actor to mega-rancher, owning the Four Sixes Ranch, which heavily inspired his shows. The article also discusses his prolific output, future projects, and his perspectives on the industry. Finally, it examines the controversy surrounding his production budgets and his independent approach to showrunning.