Yellowstone is a popular neo-Western drama series, created by Taylor Sheridan, focusing on the Dutton family’s internal struggles and their land disputes.
Set against the backdrop of Yellowstone Dutton Ranch, the series explores tensions with the Brocken Rock Indian Reservation, land developers, and Yellowstone National Park. It stars Kevin Costner, Kelly Reilly, Luke Grimes, and others.
Season 5 of Yellowstone is split into two parts, with the final installment’s second part released on November 10, 2024. Alongside the main series, Yellowstone also spawned prequels like 1883 and 1923 , along with a sequel, The Madison .
Since the start of Season 5, viewers have been curious about the whereabouts of Jamie’s son and his ex-girlfriend, Christina. Their absence in the season has raised many questions.
At first, fans feared something might have happened to them or that they left Jamie for good. However, these assumptions were put to rest when a significant clue was revealed.
Jamie In Yellowstone (Image via Getty)
In Season 5, Beth Dutton discovers Jamie’s son’s car seat, indicating that the child is still in Jamie’s life. While the show hasn’t explicitly stated the details of their whereabouts, this discovery confirms that Jamie still maintains a relationship with his son and Christina.
The speculation was further clarified, suggesting that Jamie visits his son regularly, as Beth finding the car seat hints at their ongoing connection.
The story of Jamie and Christina’s relationship began in Season 2 when Christina left Jamie after he chose to stay with the Dutton family instead of starting a new life with her.
However, in Season 4, Christina returned, informing Jamie about their son, especially after learning that Jamie had distanced himself from the ranch and reconnected with his birth father. Despite not being together, Jamie and Christina continue to co-parent their son.
As for the future, many fans have speculated whether Jamie’s son will appear in the remaining episodes of Season 5. However, with only three episodes left, the focus is likely to shift to the escalating tensions between Jamie and the Duttons, as well as the investigation into John Dutton’s death.
Moreover, with Sarah Atwood’s surprising death in Episode 11, the final episodes will most likely focus on these twists rather than Jamie’s son’s storyline.
Thomas Gibson, who portrayed Special Agent Aaron Hotchner on Criminal Minds for 11 seasons, was one of the show’s most beloved characters. Hotchner, a former prosecutor, led the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) with unwavering commitment.
His leadership, often seen as fatherly, helped steer the team through many intense cases. However, his personal struggles and on-set issues ultimately led to his departure.
Hotchner’s character was integral to Criminal Minds , with storylines exploring his challenges in balancing his demanding job and family life. His struggles with maintaining a relationship with his wife and son were central themes.
His marriage eventually fell apart due to the pressures of his work, and he later focused on rebuilding his bond with his son, Jack. Hotch’s ongoing case with serial killer George Foyet, also known as The Reaper, haunted him throughout the series, culminating in tragic personal losses and intense emotional turmoil.
In the later seasons, Hotch’s behavior became increasingly erratic as his obsession with capturing Foyet took a toll on him. This reached a breaking point when Foyet killed Hotch’s wife and tortured him in the Season 5 premiere. Though Hotch ultimately killed Foyet, the tragedy left lasting scars, and he stepped down as Unit Chief, allowing Derek Morgan to take over.
Hotch on Criminal Minds (Image via Getty)
Hotch’s departure from Criminal Minds was heavily linked to actor Thomas Gibson’s firing in Season 12. The actor, who had been with the show since its inception, cited “creative differences” with the production team.
Though rumors of Gibson’s on-set behavior issues had circulated, including an incident where he allegedly shoved an assistant director and later kicked a crew member, the actor denied these allegations. Despite the controversies, Gibson acknowledged that the differences with the show’s team led to his exit.
In Season 12, the show covered Hotch’s absence by introducing a storyline involving serial killer Peter Lewis, aka Mr. Scratch. Hotch’s character was revealed to be on a special assignment, but by Episode 6, it was confirmed that he had entered Witness Protection with his son after Lewis became a direct threat to their lives.
Hotch’s final arc made sense given his past trauma with Foyet, and the decision to protect his son was fitting. Ultimately, Hotch left Witness Protection, chose to quit his job, and prioritized his role as a father. This marked Gibson’s final appearance as Hotch on Criminal Minds .
