Taylor Sheridan is set to appear on camera in Lioness season 3, adding a new twist to the Paramount+ drama he already leads behind the scenes. The series creator, writer and executive producer is reportedly taking a surprise role in the upcoming season.

The move puts Sheridan back in front of viewers on one of his best-known projects. Lioness has been a major title for Paramount+, with Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman among the stars, and Sheridan’s involvement on screen is likely to draw added attention as the next season develops.

Sheridan is best known for building a large television footprint through series including Yellowstone and its spinoffs, along with Landman, Mayor of Kingstown and Tulsa King. His return to acting in Lioness season 3 highlights how closely he remains tied to the stories and worlds he creates.

Details about the role itself have not been outlined in the report, so the size and nature of Sheridan’s appearance remain unclear. Even so, the news gives fans another reason to watch for updates on Lioness season 3 as the Paramount+ series moves forward.