Cole Hauser Discusses Challenges of Filming 'Dutton Ranch' in Texas Heat
Forget The Snakes, There's Another Reason Cole Hauser Says Filming Dutton Ranch Was Impossibly Hard

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Cole Hauser, known for his role as Rip Wheeler, shared the difficulties of filming 'Dutton Ranch' in Texas, particularly due to the extreme heat, which hindered his usual weight gain for the role. The show has garnered 12.9 million viewers in its first week.
- 01Cole Hauser usually gains weight for his role as Rip Wheeler, but Texas' high temperatures made this challenging.
- 02The series 'Dutton Ranch' premiered to 12.9 million viewers within its first week on Paramount Network and Paramount+.
- 03Director Christina Alexandra Voros commented on the tough filming conditions due to the Texas heat.
- 04The storyline involves Rip and Beth adjusting to life in Texas after moving from Montana.
- 05There is speculation about potential crossover episodes involving other characters from the Yellowstone universe.
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Cole Hauser, who plays Rip Wheeler in the new series 'Dutton Ranch,' revealed that filming in Texas has been particularly challenging due to the extreme heat, which made it hard for him to gain the usual extra weight for his character. He humorously noted that while he typically adds about 25 pounds for the role, the triple-digit temperatures made it nearly impossible to do so. Director Christina Alexandra Voros also acknowledged the difficulties faced by the crew in the harsh weather conditions. Despite these challenges, 'Dutton Ranch' has performed well, attracting 12.9 million viewers across its first week on Paramount Network and Paramount+. The series focuses on Rip and Beth's transition to life in Texas, with fans eagerly anticipating potential crossover episodes with other characters from the Yellowstone universe, particularly Kayce, played by Luke Grimes. Hauser expressed a desire to escape the heat and return to the cooler mountains of Montana, highlighting the demanding nature of cowboy life in such extreme weather.
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