Cole Hauser

Cole Hauser is an actor best known for portraying cowboy enforcer Rip Wheeler in the neo-Western television franchise Yellowstone and its spinoff series Dutton Ranch. On screen, he plays opposite Kelly Reilly, who portrays Beth Dutton, forming the central couple navigating heavy-handed ranch justice and complex personal relationships.

Hauser starred in the flagship Paramount Network series Yellowstone, created by franchise runner Taylor Sheridan, until the original show concluded its run in 2024. In 2026, Hauser returned to the role for the Paramount+ spinoff Dutton Ranch, remaining a core franchise star despite off-camera turbulence including a surprise showrunner swap and demanding filming schedules.

Reports and interviews have highlighted Hauser's intense behind-the-scenes relationship with Sheridan dating back to their earliest meetings. Hauser revealed in an interview that he and Sheridan engaged in a physical brawl during the second time they spent time together, marking a rocky start to their long-running television partnership.