‘There’s A Little Bit Of Schizophrenia’: Yellowstone’s Kelly Reilly Opens Up About Beth Dutton’s Personality Bleeding Into Her Own Life

'There’s A Little Bit Of Schizophrenia': Yellowstone's Kelly Reilly Opens Up About Beth Dutton's Personality Bleeding Into Her Own Life

As a dedicated fan of Kelly Reilly and the phenomenal Beth Dutton, I have been utterly captivated by her portrayal of this complex, fierce, and unapologetic character. Her performance has not only entertained me but also inspired millions, as we eagerly wait for the final episodes of Yellowstone.


Playing a TV character as resolute and symbolic as Beth Dutton is undoubtedly challenging for any actor, yet Yellowstone‘s star Kelly Reilly excels at capturing audience interest. Soon, viewers can anticipate what could be the concluding episodes of Yellowstone, focusing on the Dutton family’s efforts to maintain their esteemed Montana ranch. However, it seems that the actress may find it difficult to let go of her role.

As the feisty troublemaker on Paramount Network since 2018, I’ve found myself inspiring countless fans who love donning my costume for Halloween. However, while spectators can effortlessly switch between my on-screen persona and themselves, it’s not as simple for me. I sometimes struggle to shed the traits of my characters even after the projects have ended.

In an interview with The New York Times regarding the concluding episodes that have been shrouded in mystery for months, Reilly discussed how portraying Beth has significantly impacted her positively throughout the years. She stated:

Beth’s long-term presence has instilled a sense of resilience within me, and I’ve undoubtedly discovered some fortitude from our experiences together.

I suppose it’s tough to convincingly play a character like Beth without drawing some influence from various performances. It’s worth noting that Kelly Reilly isn’t recognized for being excessively confrontational or overly intoxicated, so there’s no need to worry about those aspects of Beth’s character spilling over into her real life. However, she can admit that being part of the Dutton family gave her a boost in confidence.

After completing filming for Season 5 merely weeks prior to the interview, Reilly exhibited traits reminiscent of Beth, and the actress admitted that she tends to carry character influences with her post-project, even though the intensity isn’t as pronounced at this stage in her career. In her own words:

There’s a little bit of schizophrenia going on, but it doesn’t last as long as it used to.

Based on how Kelly Reilly seemed to maintain composure throughout their conversation without appearing visibly drunk or sobbing, it’s plausible to assume that her character didn’t conclude the show mourning Rip Wheeler’s possible demise. This is a significant development considering the emotional upheaval such an event could cause, yet it remains uncertain given the absence of Kevin Costner’s John Dutton from the narrative.

One reason it might be challenging for the actress playing Beth Dutton in “The Haunting of Venice” to fully abandon her role is due to the immense dedication she invests in portraying the character’s intense and dramatic scenes with precision. She invests months delving into Beth’s mindset, meticulously preparing for heated arguments, vengeful speeches, among other scenes, to ensure they appear as genuine as possible. In her own words:

I don’t want it to be chaotic. I don’t want it to be out of control.

So it’s no wonder that Reilly couldn’t just walk off the Yellowstone set and flip a switch to drain everything Beth-related out of her body. The real-life actress will possibly always be synonymous with the role, considering how hugely popular the series became over the years, even despite all the behind-the-scenes issues. But here’s hoping the American accent and the backbone-building are the biggest ongoing influences, and not so much the “burning all the bridges with almost everyone around her” stuff.

Currently, we’re in a state of anticipation about Beth Dutton’s future appearances. It remains uncertain if she’ll make an appearance in any forthcoming Yellowstone series like The Madison, which features Michelle Pfeiffer. Don’t forget to tune in for the concluding episodes, beginning on Sunday, November 10, only on Paramount Network.

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2024-11-05 19:37