In a delightful surprise for fans, Yellowstone co-stars Luke Grimes and Dawn Olivieri enjoyed an unexpected reunion last week in Austin, Texas. The encounter took place during the bustling South by Southwest (SXSW) film and television festival, a hub for creative talent and industry networking.
A Chance Meeting at SXSW
Olivieri, aged 45, captured the moment on Instagram, posting a cheerful selfie with her former colleague Grimes, 42. In her caption, she expressed excitement about arriving in Austin for the festival and bumping into the actor shortly after his appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast. She wrote warmly, 'Love ya bud. We’ve known each other for a while. Love being on the train with ya. And your kid is ridiculously special. Here’s to the art and making it.' The pair previously shared the screen on the acclaimed Western drama Yellowstone, starring alongside Kevin Costner, which concluded its five-season run in December 2024.
Grimes' Controversial Move to Montana
During his recent podcast interview with Joe Rogan, Grimes opened up about his decision to leave Hollywood behind and relocate to Montana with his wife, Bianca Rodrigues, and their 17-month-old son, Rigel. He revealed that the transition has not been entirely smooth, citing instances of local resentment towards newcomers. Grimes recounted an incident where friends from California visited, and after a hike, someone had written 'go back' in the dust on their car with California license plates.
He elaborated on the challenges, stating, 'People are super weird about it, so I don’t tell anyone exactly where I’m at because they would get really mad at me.' Grimes also mentioned avoiding local bars due to potential confrontations, explaining that some individuals might seek to provoke him for personal gain. Despite these issues, he emphasized his growing attachment to Montana, telling Fox News Digital in February that over several years, it began to feel more like home than Los Angeles.
Career Moves and New Projects
Following the end of Yellowstone, Grimes has continued his acting career by reprising his role as Kayce Dutton in the spinoff series Marshals, which premiered on CBS on March 1. However, the show has faced mixed reviews, starting with a 44 percent critic approval rating and a 55% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. On the music front, Grimes, an Actor Award nominee, is expanding his artistic horizons. He recently released two singles, Haunted and Love You Now, from his upcoming second album, Redbird, set for full release on April 3.
With over 737,883 monthly listeners on Spotify, Grimes is also scheduled to perform live at the DuckFest country festival in Santiago, Mexico, on May 2. This multifaceted career shift highlights his dedication to both acting and music, as he navigates life away from Hollywood's spotlight. The reunion with Olivieri at SXSW serves as a reminder of his roots in television while he forges new paths in entertainment and personal life.
