As someone who lives and breathes Ransom Canyon, I went digging — and what I found behind the camera might just rival anything on-screen. From cut cameos to set feuds, here’s your exclusive backstage pass.
1. Audra Mari’s Cut Scene (Drama!)
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According to People, Josh Duhamel revealed that his wife Audra Mari filmed a cameo as Davis’s girlfriend at a party scene — but it was cut from the final edit.
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Reportedly, she went through full hair and makeup, but the scene never made the final season — leaving her (and many fans) disappointed. This has sparked speculation: why cut her? Was it pacing, tone, or something more dramatic?
2. Cowboy Boot Camp & Actor Training
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The cast didn’t just fake it: they went to “cowboy camp” to learn horseback riding, lassoing, and rope work — no stunt doubles for the main cast.
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This intense training brought cast members together. Lizzy Greene (Lauren) and Jack Schumacher (Yancy) bonded while bruising and grinning through daily drills.
3. Jack Schumacher’s Confession
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In a candid interview (via Yahoo News UK), Jack Schumacher shared funny behind-the-scenes stories: makeup early mornings, gold under-eye strips, and cowboy chaos.
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He joked he wanted to eat a sandwich in a scene, but one of the writers shut him down — “that wouldn’t make sense.”
4. Filming Location Tensions
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Though the show is set in Texas, it was actually filmed in New Mexico (Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Vegas, NM).
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April Blair (creator) admitted they picked NM for its “turn-of-the-century architecture” that channels old Texas.
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Some local crew reportedly pushed back: the heat, dusty terrain, and long shoots caused real strain — but the cast says it was worth it for authenticity.
5. Writer / Actor Friction?
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Rumor mill: according to behind‑the-scenes chatter, a few actors pitched their own story ideas, but not all got approval. Schumacher’s “sandwich moment” is one example.
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There’s talk in fans circles (and Reddit) that some cast members were frustrated when their favorite character arcs didn’t make the cut. > “I’ve got an idea … and 75% of the time they shut me down.”
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Whether this is creative tension or healthy debate is unclear — but it’s definitely brewing under the surface.
6. Deleted Scenes & Easter Eggs
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Besides Audra Mari, sources hint at other deleted scenes — a longer flashback involving Staten’s past that might explain more of his vengeance.
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Fans are hunting for Easter eggs: one rumored deleted scene includes Staten burning an old letter from his dead wife, tying into his grief arc.
Wrap-Up / Why It Matters:
If you think this show is just about dusty ranches and love triangles, think again. The real drama might be happening off-camera. From celebrity cameos that never aired to creative clashes and rigorous cowboy training — there’s a wild story behind the scenes. And as a superfan, I’m here for every dusty, whispered secret.
