Travis Wheatley: Horse Trainer and No-Nonsense Cowboy

Portrayed By: Taylor Sheridan

Travis Wheatley is one of Yellowstone’s most memorable recurring characters — a world-class horse trainer with a dry wit, a foul mouth, and zero tolerance for nonsense. Whether he’s hauling horses across the country or giving Rip a hard time, Travis is pure cowboy through and through.

A Real Cowboy

Travis is played by Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan, an accomplished horseman in real life. That authenticity makes Travis one of the most believable and grounded characters in the show’s world.

Sharp Tongue, Sharper Skills

Don’t expect warm hugs from Travis. His style is tough love — emphasis on tough. But when it comes to cutting horses and cowboying, few can match his talent. His appearances bring energy and a dose of authenticity to the Yellowstone universe.

Travis's scenes reflect the spirit of the real West — not romanticized, not polished, just raw and real.

Meet the Actor: Taylor Sheridan