Yellowstone season 5, episode 14, “Life Is A Promise,” pays tribute to the late Bob Avila, a legendary professional horseman, before beginning. Avila was not directly connected to the events of the episode, but he had a cameo in a previous season of Yellowstone. The tribute highlights the importance of cowboy culture to the series.

Bob Avila was a world-renowned horse trainer who had a significant impact on the cowboy community. He was known for mentoring and trailblazing in the world of horse training. Avila’s appearance in Yellowstone season 3, episode 8, contributed to his legacy and the series’ respect for real-life cowboys.

Avila passed away before the premiere of Yellowstone season 5, episode 9, but the series honored him by dedicating an episode to him before wrapping up what may be its final season. The tribute to Avila showcases the series’ commitment to depicting cowboy life with honor and respect.