Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler’s storyline came to an end with the conclusion of “Yellowstone” in December 2024. However, the fan-favorite characters are now getting a second chance at life with the spin-off series, “Dutton Ranch.”
The new series will follow Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser as Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler, as the couple navigates the beginning of a new life in South Texas. This is an exciting time for country music fans, too, as country music star Morgan Wade has landed a recurring role on the new “Yellowstone” spin-off series. Read on to discover more about the country music star’s new gig.
Morgan Wade Is Headed to Texas in ‘Dutton Ranch’
Country music star Morgan Wade recently took to Instagram to share some exciting news. The 31-year-old posted a Deadline article to her grid, titled, “Musician Morgan Wade Joins Paramount+’s ‘Dutton Ranch.’”
Wade captioned the post, “Excited to finally share this. Proud to be part of @duttonranch and grateful for the opportunity. Can’t wait for y’all to see. Premieres May 15 on @paramountplus.”
Morgan Wade is reportedly set to play a recurring character named Carol, a bartender in Rio Paloma, Texas. According to early reports, her character works at a local watering hole and may serve as a familiar face in the town where Beth and Rip begin their new chapter in “Dutton Ranch.”
Morgan Wade’s Casting in ‘Dutton Ranch’ Sparks Fan Reactions
As soon as the country music star posted her news to Instagram, fans quickly flooded her comment section with messages of support.
One fan wrote, “OMG ARE YOU SERIOUS!!!! This is amazing!!!! Yassss girl!!!!”
Another fan commented, “What a nice surprise, Morgan! Two days before my birthday.”
A third chimed in, adding, “Eeeeeeeeep!!! So happy for you! Congratulations! Can’t wait to watch!”
Fellow country stars weighed in as well, with country music star Priscilla Block adding, “YES YOU ARE SISTER.”
Kyle Richards, of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” fame, also joined in on the conversation, writing, “Booked and busy.”
The supportive reactions continued to pour in as fans celebrated Wade’s latest career move and her upcoming debut in “Dutton Ranch.”
Morgan Wade Released Her First Studio Album in 2021
Singer-songwriter Morgan Wade broke into the mainstream country scene in 2021 with the release of her debut studio album, “Reckless.” The album sold roughly 3,000 copies in its first week and reached No. 14 on Billboard’s Top Heatseekers chart.
Wade has been open about her personal struggles, including sobriety and mental health. After getting sober at 21, she began channeling those experiences into her songwriting. Much of that inspiration shaped “Reckless,” which explored themes of heartbreak, healing, and self-reflection.
One of the album’s standout singles, “Wilder Days,” became Wade’s breakout hit. The song reached No. 36 on U.S. country radio and helped introduce her to a wider audience.
Since her debut, Wade has continued building her music career with several additional releases. Her album “Psychopath,” released in August 2023, reached No. 6 on Billboard’s Top Heatseekers chart.
Morgan Wade’s Connection to Kyle Richards Has Drawn Fan Interest
One track from the project, “Fall in Love with Me,” drew attention from both country music fans and viewers of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” after Kyle Richards appeared as Wade’s love interest in the music video.
Wade followed “Psychopath” with “Obsessed” in August 2024. She later released “The Party Is Over (recovered)” in August 2025, a project that featured new material, demos, and previously unreleased songs.
While country music fans wait to see what Wade releases next, they will also be able to catch the singer-songwriter in her upcoming role on “Dutton Ranch,” which premieres May 15, 2026, on Paramount+ and Paramount Network.
