Taylor Sheridan says he wanted to retire after 'Yellowstone,' but he needed money for his $330 million ranch

Taylor Sheridan, creator of Yellowstone, revealed that his intention to retire after the show ended was derailed when he was approached about purchasing the historic Four Sixes Ranch. The $330 million price tag prompted him to reconsider an exclusive deal with Paramount, leading him to sign a deal with the network and continue working.

Sheridan had already paid cash for another ranch in Weatherford, Texas, and did not owe anyone anything, but buying the Four Sixes Ranch prevented him from retiring just yet. The ranch, which was set to be divided and sold after its then-owner Anne Marion's death, came with a hefty price tag that left Sheridan about $300 million short.

Sheridan's partnership with Paramount may soon be winding down, as he was set to leave the network for NBCUniversal once his current deal expires.