As negotiations for the next installment of the acclaimed television series “Yellowstone” heat up, reports have surfaced indicating that the show’s trio of leading stars—Kevin Costner, Kelly Reilly, and Cole Hauser—are demanding hefty pay raises to reprise their roles in the upcoming sequel. With the trio’s stellar performances anchoring the show’s success, their demands have sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and raised questions about the future of the beloved Western drama.

Sources close to the negotiations reveal that Costner, Reilly, and Hauser are seeking substantial increases in their salaries, citing the immense popularity of “Yellowstone” and the critical acclaim garnered by their portrayals of the iconic characters. While the exact figures remain undisclosed, the reported demands have set a high bar for the production company as they navigate the complexities of contract negotiations. As fans anxiously await updates on the status of the negotiations, the fate of “Yellowstone” hangs in the balance, with the trio’s demands potentially shaping the direction of the highly anticipated sequel.