Arielle Kebbel Embraces 'Yellowstone' Legacy in 'Marshals' Role

The actress discusses the weight of joining the Sheridan universe and her character Belle Skinner's complicated past.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 1:00am

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Arielle Kebbel was eager to be part of the Yellowstone universe in the new CBS drama Marshals, where she plays Belle Skinner, a former ATF agent who becomes a U.S. Marshal. Kebbel felt the responsibility of respecting the Yellowstone legacy, saying she and the entire cast "understood the assignment" of joining the Sheridan-verse. As Belle, Kebbel gets to explore both her character's tough, skilled side as well as her more feminine, maternal qualities. Belle's complicated family history in Paradise Valley also comes into play as the season progresses, creating conflicts for her both personally and professionally.

Why it matters

Marshals is the latest spinoff in Taylor Sheridan's growing Yellowstone universe, which has developed a passionate fanbase. Kebbel's comments about feeling the "weight" of that legacy and the cast's commitment to honoring it speaks to the high expectations Sheridan's shows carry. The show also provides further exploration of the Dutton family's influence in the region, with Kebbel's character Belle having her own ties to the area.

The details

In Marshals, Kebbel plays Belle Skinner, a former ATF agent who becomes a U.S. Marshal working under Pete "Cal" Calvin (Logan Marshall-Green). Belle's past, including her family's history in Paradise Valley, creates complications as she tries to balance her job and her personal life. When the Marshals are called in to mediate a conflict between the residents of Broken Rock, the miners, and the locals, Belle's worlds collide, and her teammates start to wonder about the "weight of the family history she carries." Kebbel says Belle is skilled with weapons and horses but also has a more feminine, maternal side as a loving mother.

  • Marshals premiered on CBS in March 2026.

The players

Arielle Kebbel

The actress who plays Belle Skinner in the CBS drama Marshals.

Belle Skinner

A former ATF agent who becomes a U.S. Marshal, with a complicated family history in Paradise Valley.

Pete "Cal" Calvin

The commanding officer of the Marshals team that Belle Skinner is a part of.

Kayce Dutton

A character from the original Yellowstone series who recognizes Belle Skinner's family history.

Spencer Hudnut

The creator of the Marshals series.

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What they’re saying

“I definitely felt the weight of and the obligation to respect the Y. I felt that everyday walking onto set as did everyone else.”

— Arielle Kebbel, Actress (Decider)

“We did film a lot in Park City, but we filmed all the exteriors at a place called Thousand Peaks, where they filmed the first couple of seasons of Yellowstone. It reminds us and the audience that the shows take place in the same universe.”

— Arielle Kebbel, Actress (Decider)

“Is she Skinner? Is she Turek? Who is she? We don't know [laughs]. Several things drew me to Belle.”

— Arielle Kebbel, Actress (Decider)

What’s next

Marshals airs new episodes Sunday nights at 8PM ET/PT on CBS.

The takeaway

Arielle Kebbel's performance as Belle Skinner in Marshals highlights the care and commitment the cast and crew have taken to honor the legacy of the Yellowstone universe while also exploring new characters and storylines. The show's attention to detail in connecting it to the original series has resonated with fans eager to dive deeper into the Dutton family's sphere of influence.