Michael Kelly, a star of the Paramount+ series "Lioness," has expressed profound admiration for creator Taylor Sheridan, calling him a "standalone talent" and "one of the greatest storytellers" in entertainment. Kelly stated that he would be willing to participate in any project Sheridan conceives.
Sheridan is known for creating a portfolio of successful projects, including the "Yellowstone" universe, "Sicario," "Landman," and "Wind River." The third season of "Lioness," a CIA/military drama, is currently airing.
Kelly, who plays a significant role in "Lioness," shared his enthusiasm for Sheridan's work in an interview. "Anything you ever want me to do, I'll do. I love being in Texas. I love saying your words," Kelly told ScreenRant about Sheridan. "I think he's truly a standalone talent. There's nobody who's doing or has ever done what he's doing. It's incredible what he does. And he's just one of the smartest dudes you'll ever meet. He's fricking brilliant, man. Brilliant. And just one of the greatest storytellers."
Sheridan has attracted a roster of notable actors to his projects, including Kevin Costner, Sam Elliott, Zoe Saldaña, Nicole Kidman, Morgan Freeman, Jeremy Renner, and Billy Bob Thornton. His work on "Yellowstone" is often cited as a pivotal point in his career. Sheridan's recent deal with NBCUniversal is reportedly valued at over $1 billion.