Will Kayce Pursue a New Relationship in Marshals Following Monica’s Death on Yellowstone?
Yellowstone‘s spinoff Marshals has seen the demise of Kayce’s wife, Monica — but what does that imply for his romantic future?
“We will witness him managing single fatherhood while a girl may take an interest in him, and he’s like, ‘Wait,’” Marshals star Ash Santos shared in an exclusive interview with Us Weekly. “That aspect was particularly fascinating for me, as we explore a new dimension of Kayce that we didn’t see in Yellowstone.”
Santos emphasized that Monica (Kelsey Asbille) will still be commemorated in the show, explaining, “The entire season is significantly influenced by — at least for Kayce — his grief, which ultimately impacts all the characters in varying ways … She remains an integral part of Kayce’s narrative throughout every episode. We also observe Tate as he transitions into his teenage years, facing his own challenges without his mother’s presence.”
Arielle Kebbel chimed in on the possibility of Kayce (Luke Grimes) finding love again, potentially with someone close to him — like her character, Belle.
“I think Belle is also keeping her options open,” Kebbel teased. “There’s an abundance of wonderful guys in that show.”
Yellowstone welcomed Us to Kayce alongside his on-screen wife, Monica. By the end of the hit series, Kayce, a former U.S. Navy SEAL, had become the new owner and operator of his family’s Yellowstone Ranch.
Before Kayce embarked on a spinoff, Asbille, 34, shared her thoughts on the future of Monica and Kayce’s relationship.
“Oh, [there are] definitely [obstacles]. That’s just part of marriage, the hurdles,” Asbille, 34, stated to The Hollywood Reporter in November 2024. “That’s life! But I believe they’ve always been meant for each other. They’ve been striving to build a family, creating a home with their son and looking forward. So, I hope they find that peace in the end.”
Grimes, on the other hand, expressed enthusiasm for a spinoff focusing on the fictional couple.
“[Kelsey and I] often mention that if Taylor reaches out with a script idea, we’d certainly say yes,” he remarked.
Recently, Grimes, 42, hinted at his character’s development in the first season of CBS’ new series, telling TV Insider on February 17, “Being a cowboy is central to his identity. He sought his own slice of paradise and some cattle, while every other Dutton had larger ambitions.”
The actor further indicated an imminent change for the character.
“[But] before Marshals premieres, the most devastating event occurs for him,” he teased, suggesting that it will lead Kayce to “embrace this role [and] once again become a valuable member of his community.”
He added, “It’s fulfilling to excel at something and utilize it to assist others.”
Marshals airs on CBS Sundays at 8 p.m. ET.
