In a tragic turn of events, Cole Brings Plenty, a rising star who appeared in the “Yellowstone” spinoff “1923,” was found dead in a wooded area by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. The discovery came after the 27-year-old actor went missing amid a domestic violence investigation in Kansas, leaving fans and loved ones shocked and searching for answers.
The mystery surrounding Brings Plenty’s disappearance began to unfold when police in Lawrence responded to a distressing call at an apartment on Sunday, where a woman was heard screaming for help. By the time officers arrived, the actor had already fled the scene. Just two days later, Brings Plenty was charged with aggravated burglary, domestic battery, and criminal restraint in a nearby county, prompting the issuance of an arrest warrant.
As the investigation into his whereabouts intensified, Brings Plenty’s absence from a scheduled Zoom audition for an upcoming film project on Monday morning raised further concerns. His agent, Peter Yanke of Phirgun Mair Worldwide, confirmed the missed opportunity, adding to the growing sense of unease surrounding the actor’s well-being.
The heartbreaking discovery of Brings Plenty’s body has left his family, friends, and fans reeling. In a poignant statement released on Friday, the actor’s father, Joe Brings Plenty Sr., expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support and love for his son.
“I learned this week how many people knew the goodness in Cole’s heart and loved him,” he shared, highlighting the impact the young actor had on those around him.
Cole Brings Plenty’s burgeoning career included appearances in two episodes of the first season of “1923,” a Paramount+ series starring Harrison Ford that serves as a prequel to the hit show “Yellowstone.” He also had recent roles in INSP TV’s Westerns “Into the Wild Frontier” and “The Tall Tales of Jim Bridger.” His uncle, Mo Brings Plenty, a star of “Yellowstone” and a cultural adviser for Native American issues on both shows, had taken to social media to help spread the word about his nephew’s disappearance.
As the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation, with crime scene investigators and the medical examiner working to determine the cause of death, the entertainment industry mourns the loss of a promising young talent whose life was cut tragically short. The circumstances surrounding Cole Brings Plenty’s final days remain shrouded in mystery, leaving those who knew and admired him grappling with the devastating aftermath of his untimely passing.
The Associated Press contributed to this article.