Did you know During the filming of Yellowstone, Buck Taylor, who brings the steadfast cowboy Emmett Walsh to life, performed a heroic act that epitomized the spirit of a true cowboy. While shooting a scene on a remote ranch, chaos erupted when a young horse, startled by nearby equipment, bolted toward a perilous ravine.
The cast and crew froze, paralyzed by the unfolding danger and unsure of how to intervene. But Buck, a seasoned cowboy both on and off the screen, acted without hesitation. Despite being in his late 80s, he swiftly mounted a nearby horse and took off in pursuit of the panicked animal with astounding speed and precision.
Decades of experience as a real-life cowboy and rodeo performer shone through as Buck expertly guided his horse, positioning himself between the fleeing animal and the ravine. With calm determination, he used his voice and body language to soothe the frightened horse, gradually steering it to safety.
The moment the horse came to a halt, the set erupted in cheers and applause, the crew in awe of Buck’s courage and quick thinking. Ever humble, Buck dismissed the accolades with a tip of his hat and a modest smile, saying, “Just part of the job.”
For those present that day, however, it was far more than that—it was a legendary display of skill, bravery, and the authenticity Buck Taylor embodies both as an actor and a cowboy. It was a moment that captured the heart and soul of Yellowstone itself.