What Taylor Sheridan's biggest stars really think about working with the 'Yellowstone' creator
The third season of Taylor Sheridan's hit show 'Lioness' has officially begun, and the show's success is no surprise to those who have worked with the prolific TV writer and showrunner. Sheridan's ability to create complex characters and storylines has not only captivated audiences but also impressed the actors who bring his visions to life.
Here's what some of his stars have said about what it's really like to work with Sheridan.
Michael Kelly
Michael Kelly, who stars in 'Lioness', called Sheridan 'one of the greatest storytellers in history'. He praised Sheridan's talent, saying, '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 expressed his willingness to work with Sheridan in the future, stating, 'Anything you want me to do, I'll do.' He added, 'I love being in Texas. I love saying your words.'
Zoe Saldaña
Zoe Saldaña, who has starred in all three seasons of 'Lioness', described Sheridan as an 'intimidating cat' who comes to set ready and 'so serious'. She said, 'When he shows he believes in you, you have no other choice but to start believing in yourself again.'
Saldaña also praised Sheridan's writing, noting that he puts in a ton of research and writes incredibly elaborate shows that educate actors. She said, 'He's an incredibly smart person, and he's passionate about actors and acting.'
Billy Bob Thornton
Billy Bob Thornton, who stars in 'Landman', expressed his love for working with Sheridan, saying, 'I love hanging out with him after hours. He’s such a brilliant guy, great writer, and I love his company.'
Thornton also praised Sheridan's trust in the cast, stating, 'I trust Taylor and I trust the castmates.'
Michelle Pfeiffer
Michelle Pfeiffer, who starred in 'The Madison', revealed that Sheridan convinced her to take the role by sharing details about the character and the show's research. She said, 'He wanted to know who Stacy was before he started writing. I wanted to know who Stacy is before I committed.'
Pfeiffer also praised Sheridan's track record, citing Helen Mirren's positive experience with him.
Harrison Ford
Harrison Ford, who starred in '1923', described Sheridan as an 'incredible horseman' and a 'genuine athlete'. He said, 'He’s an incredible horseman. He’s a genuine athlete, and that’s something you might not expect to find in such a talented writer and intellectual thinker.'
Kevin Costner
Kevin Costner, who worked with Sheridan on 'Yellowstone', praised his work ethic and the subjects he chooses. He said, 'He's doing special work in a lot of different ways. He likes a lot of the things that I like, and the idea of us working together is not out of the question for me.'
Helen Mirren
Helen Mirren, who starred in '1923', described Sheridan as 'fabulously hands-off'. She said, 'He presents the script, and it’s so extraordinary that you don’t want to change a word. You want to do it exactly as it’s written because it’s written with incredible precision but without being labored.'
Brian Geraghty
Brian Geraghty, who stars in '1923', praised Sheridan's writing and casting ability. He said, '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 credited Sheridan for his empathy towards actors, despite his tough exterior.
Michelle Randolph
Michelle Randolph, who has appeared in both '1923' and 'Landman', praised Sheridan's casting methods and writing. She said, 'He made my dreams come true. I tell him that every time I see him. He's like, 'Michelle, stop. I get it.' But he really did give us something.'
Kurt Russell
Kurt Russell, who stars in 'The Madison', praised Sheridan's writing, saying, 'I love his writing. I think this is his best writing. I love that this is not 'Yellowstone.' It's very standalone, very different.'
Ali Larter
Ali Larter, who stars in 'Landman', shared a close friendship with Sheridan, saying, 'He has a very clear vision of what he wants… and he is a visionary because when he is writing the scripts, he knows how he’s going to edit them.'
Larter also praised Sheridan's writing ability and work ethic, calling him 'the best working writer'. She said, '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.'
