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Bella Hadid is celebrating her time on Yellowstone, sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses to mark the show's finale. The 28-year-old model and equestrian posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram on December 16, following the series' final episode airing on Paramount Network.
"@yellowstone best crew, best cast, best horses, best brains," Hadid captioned a carousel of photos and a video from the Dutton Ranch. The shots featured her posing on a log fence in full Western attire: dark denim jeans, suede brown chaps, a turquoise sleeveless top, a beige straw hat, and a cowgirl belt buckle. She completed the look with layered blue and red bracelets and a necklace.
Reflecting on the experience, Hadid expressed gratitude for the talented cast and crew, sharing how much she learned during her time on set. "Grateful to have been in the presence of and learn a lifetime's worth of knowledge in a few days from the most brilliant of people!" she wrote.
Hadid joked that she "could have been cast as a fly on the wall" and still would have cherished the opportunity, describing Yellowstone as "a show I love so deeply!" She concluded her post by thanking writer-actor and co-creator Taylor Sheridan, who also stars as horse trainer Travis Wheatley.
Hadid played Sadie, Travis' girlfriend, in the series. Her debut included a tense scene with Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly), followed by a memorable appearance riding a horse during an auction at the ranch.
Hadid's passion for the Western lifestyle isn't limited to her on-screen role. A seasoned equestrian, she recently ventured into competitive rodeo riding. Her real-life cowboy boyfriend, professional horse trainer Adan Banuelos, has been a strong supporter of her accomplishments.
In a November Instagram post, Banuelos praised Hadid's success at a Jackson, Mississippi competition, where she rode three horses and earned her first championship buckle. "We continue to be proud of her in (and out) of the arena," he wrote.
Hadid's Yellowstone role and dedication to the rodeo world have highlighted her deep connection to the Western lifestyle, blending glamour with grit in a way that fans have come to admire. As the Yellowstone chapter closes, Hadid's journey in both fashion and the arena continues to thrive.
