Where Are the Young Actors of Yellowstone Now? Updates on Tate, Elsa, Carter, and More
The young actors who portrayed the Dutton children in the Yellowstone franchise have moved on to various projects since their time on the show. Tate Dutton, Elsa Dutton, Carter, and little John Dutton were integral characters in the series, with three of them continuing to be involved in the industry post-Yellowstone. The original franchise also featured teenage actors playing Young Rip, Beth, Jamie, and Kayce in flashback scenes, with some of them working with Taylor Sheridan again in subsequent projects, including the upcoming Dutton Ranch spinoff.
Brecken Merrill, who played Tate Dutton, has been actively pursuing his acting career, most notably appearing in the Kayce Dutton spinoff Marshals. Other young actors from the series have also had opportunities to continue working with Sheridan or have been recast in new roles. Isabel May, who portrayed Elsa Dutton in 1883, has been relatively low-key since the show's release but made a comeback in 2026 with a role in a blockbuster horror film.
The young actors' journeys post-Yellowstone have been diverse, with some taking on new projects and others maintaining a lower profile. Updates on Carter, young Rip, Rowdy, young Kayce Dutton, and more showcase the varied paths these actors have taken in their careers. The gallery below provides a glimpse into the current endeavors of these talented individuals.