Yellowstone Creator Taylor Sheridan Inspires Texas Graduates with Commencement Speech

Austin, Texas – May 10, 2025, marked a significant day for the University of Texas at Austin’s graduating class of 2025, as Taylor Sheridan, renowned co-creator of the popular television series "Yellowstone," delivered the commencement address. Sheridan’s speech resonated with the graduates, offering a blend of practical advice and inspirational messages. He emphasized the importance of resilience in the face of life’s inevitable struggles, stating, “Life is a constant struggle interrupted by brief bursts of success." He also highlighted the significance of kindness, urging the graduates to prioritize how their actions affect others, saying, "You will be remembered for how you make people feel about themselves, not how they feel about you." The event, captured by C-SPAN, showcased Sheridan's down-to-earth approach, balancing profound insights with moments of humor. The speech's message of perseverance and kindness offers a timely and relevant message for graduates entering the complex world beyond academia. The event was well-attended, with thousands of graduates and their families present. The video of the speech has already garnered significant online attention, highlighting the impact of Sheridan’s words.