Lloyd

Lloyd, played by Forrie J. Smith, is a long-time, branded ranch hand on the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch. He's known for his loyalty to the Duttons and his experience, having worked on the ranch for many years. Lloyd is one of the "branded" men, indicating a past life with legal trouble that the Duttons have protected him from in exchange for his service. Lloyd is portrayed as a weathered, seasoned cowboy, representing the traditional values of the old West. He often takes ranch hands under his wing and takes on a fatherly role.