BREAKING: Lane Garrison is set to join the cast of Tulsa King after his character’s shocking demise in Mayor of Kingstown. Garrison portrayed Carney, a loyal prison guard, who met an untimely end at the hands of Cortez in the latest episode aired on October 15, 2023.
Garrison’s unexpected departure from the Kingstown series leaves a significant impact, as his character was a steadfast ally to Mike McLusky. In a candid interview with TV Insider, Garrison expressed his surprise, stating, “I didn’t see my character’s fate coming.” He revealed that shortly after receiving the news about Carney’s death, he was offered a new role in Tulsa King, another Taylor Sheridan-created series on Paramount+.
The actor detailed the phone call he received this past summer, describing it as a moment filled with uncertainty: “It’s like, you’re either getting called up to the major leagues, or it’s, ‘You’re cut.’” Garrison shared that while he was disappointed to leave behind his character, he was excited about the new opportunity. “The good news is we’re gonna find something for you in Tulsa King,” he recounted.
While Garrison has yet to learn about his new role, he expressed enthusiasm about potentially working alongside Michael Beach, a fellow actor who has appeared in both series. Garrison humorously stated, “I’m not going to die on the next one. If I die, I’m not doing it,” referring to his numerous on-screen deaths.
This transition marks a continuation of Garrison’s collaboration with Taylor Sheridan, having previously appeared in four episodes of Yellowstone. He now joins a growing list of actors, including James Jordan and Dawn Olivieri, who have appeared in multiple Sheridan series.
The news of Garrison’s move to Tulsa King comes just a week after it was announced that Sheridan will be leaving Paramount for NBCUniversal. However, his current deal with Paramount extends through 2028, suggesting that fans can expect more from him in the near future.
As of now, Garrison is set to appear in Tulsa King season 4, which has already been renewed, although details about his character remain undisclosed. Fans hope that this time, Garrison’s character will survive, marking a departure from the tragic fate of Carney.
For viewers of Mayor of Kingstown, which debuted in 2021, the series continues to explore the gritty complexities of crime and power in a small Michigan town, focusing on the influential McClusky family.
Stay tuned for more updates on Garrison’s upcoming role and the latest developments in both Mayor of Kingstown and Tulsa King. This is a story unfolding in real time, and fans are eager to see where Sheridan takes these characters next.
