The body of Cole Brings Plenty, a 27-year-old actor known for his role in the “Yellowstone” prequel series “1923,” was discovered after he went missing last week. Johnson County, Kansas, police officers were dispatched to investigate an unoccupied vehicle on Friday, where they made the grim discovery in a wooded area nearby, as per the county sheriff’s office.
According to reports, Brings Plenty was last seen leaving Lawrence, Kansas, in a white Ford Explorer in the early hours of March 31. His uncle, Moses Brings Plenty, who also stars in “Yellowstone” as Mo, shared a missing person poster on Instagram, expressing concern over Cole’s absence, noting his missed appointment and switched-off cellphone.
Cole Brings Plenty (Credits: This Week)
Confirming the tragic news, Joe Brings Plenty Sr., Cole’s father, released a statement on behalf of the family expressing gratitude for the support received during the search and asking for privacy to mourn their loss.
The untimely death of the young actor has prompted an outpouring of condolences from co-stars and fans alike, with fellow “Yellowstone” actors expressing their sadness and offering support to the grieving family.
Before his death, Cole Brings Plenty was identified as a suspect in a domestic violence dispute, with the Lawrence Police Department announcing their intention to arrest him based on probable cause. Despite efforts to locate him, he was found deceased days later.
Cole Brings Plenty Dead (Credits: ABC News)
The Lawrence police refrained from sharing further details about the domestic violence incident, citing the need to protect the victim’s privacy. The family’s concern and report of Cole as a missing person led to the subsequent investigation.
Brings Plenty’s acting career included roles in “1923,” where he portrayed sheep herder Pete Plenty Clouds, as well as appearances in other Western TV series. “1923” serves as a prequel to the popular “Yellowstone” series, depicting events in the titular year and connecting to the narrative of the Dutton family ranch saga.
