‘Dutton Ranch’ showrunner breaks down Rip and Beth’s ‘funeral’ shocker
The latest episode of 'Dutton Ranch' features a shocking and somber moment for Rip and Beth as they are forced to execute their entire herd of cattle due to foot-and-mouth disease. This devastating event is described as a 'funeral' by Beth, highlighting the emotional toll on the couple. The episode reveals that their herd was sabotaged by a diseased cow purchased at auction, leading to a violent retaliation from Rip.
- ▪Rip and Beth are forced to execute their prized herd of cattle due to foot-and-mouth disease.
- ▪The execution is referred to as a 'funeral' by Beth, emphasizing its emotional impact.
- ▪Rip discovers that their herd was sabotaged by a diseased cow bought at auction, leading to their loss.
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TV exclusive details ‘Dutton Ranch’ showrunner breaks down Rip and Beth’s ‘funeral’ shocker By Lauren Sarner Published May 29, 2026, 9:16 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google Holy cow. Warning: Spoilers ahead! Do not proceed unless you’ve watched “Dutton Ranch” episode 4, “Start With a Bullet.” The fourth episode of “Yellowstone” spinoff “Dutton Ranch” takes a devastating turn for Rip (Cole Hauser) and Beth (Kelly Reilly). The couple has had to start over numerous times, after her father John’s (Kevin Costner) death on “Yellowstone,” then, “Dutton Ranch” began with their previous ranch burning down.
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