Yellowstone season 5 star pays tribute to Ryan Bingham after debut

Yellowstone fans are eagerly awaiting the return of John Dutton (played by Kevin Costner) and his children at the Dutton ranch. John has taken up the role of Governor of Montana as a last resort when it comes to protecting his land. Country singer Lainey Wilson is joining the season five cast and she paid tribute to some of her co-stars.Yellowstone fans are looking forward to watching John Dutton play his last card in the Western melodrama.The patriarch reluctantly agreed to run for Governor so he could rally support and gain enough power to protect the ranch.However, it will not be an easy task as enemies old and new will be getting under his feet.There are a number of new characters joining the latest season, including Country star Lainey Wilson, who will play musician Abby.During an exclusive talk with Express.co.uk, Lainey was asked whether her character was similar to fan-favourite Walker (Ryan Bingham).READ MORE:Yellowstone season 5 theory sees Jamie betray the Duttons again Yellowstone: The Walker and John stars were praised (Image: PARAMOUNT) Yellowstone: Lainey Wilson is joining season 5 (Image: GETTY) Yellowstone: Ryan Bingham plays Walker (Image: PARAMOUNT)”I just like to create something, whether it’s writing a song or putting my brand new acting skills to good use.”I appreciate them and their hard work and people who share their creations.”The singing star said although she didn’t get to meet Kevin Costner in person, the pair have supported each other for a long time.She said: “I actually didn’t get to see Kevin on set, he’s just as busy if not busier than I am.”But he has supported my music for years now, he has posted about my songs and stuff like that on his Instagram.”DON’T MISS… 1923 Yellowstone release and roles explained as new characters cast [EXPLAINER] Yellowstone’s Kevin Costner reunites with co-star for huge new project [INSIGHT]The UK release date for Yellowstone 1923 has been announced [EXPLAINER]  Yellowstone: Lainey Wilson will play musician Abby (Image: GETTY)Lainey’s acting debut comes after the release of her latest album, Bell Bottom Country, on October 28.The album features a retrospective coming-of-age ballad about young love, called Watermelon Moonshine.The song sees Lainey nostalgically reflecting on the fearlessness of teenage love.This is not the first time her music has been featured in Yellowstone and she was selected to do an exclusive performance for the cast.She added: ‘I’m such a fan of Yellowstone and Taylor, this is an absolute dream, a dream I didn’t even know was on the menu.’I’m so grateful for the opportunity to not only step outside my comfort zone and explore acting but to share more of my music on such an incredible platform, especially one that fans eagerly look to for music discovery.’Yellowstone season 5 airs on The Paramount Network from November 13. Fans in the UK can watch the following day on Paramount Plus.