The times, they are a-changing at the McBee family farm in rural Missouri, but beforeThe McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 2 returns, there are some burning questions that need answering.The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 1 introduced the McBee family, agroup of four brothers living and working together on their family farm, McBee Farm & Cattle Co.Under the watchful eyes of patriarch Steve McBee Sr., brothers Steven McBee Jr., Jesse McBee, Cole McBee, and Brayden McBee worked to save their business from constant threats to their way of life.

OnThe McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 1,cracks in the family dynamic began to showwhen Steve Sr.’s lifestyle became too much for his sons to bear. As a divorced man, Steve played the field, even when it put his family’s livelihood at risk. His behavior set a bad example for his sons, at least according to their girlfriends, and now that Steve is facing 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to insurance fraud,the future of McBee Farm & Cattle Co. is in their hands.

The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys’s Galyna Saltkovska in a gray sweater

5Who Will Run The Farm Now That Steve McBee Sr. Is Awaiting Sentencing?

Eldest Son Steven Jr. Is The Obvious Choice

In November 2024, news broke thatSteve Sr. had pled guilty to a multi-million dollar insurance fraud case.Peoplereported that Steve falsified documents related to crop insurance benefits, which resulted in the U.S. government losing $4 million. Steve is facing up to 30 years in prison.

As a result, Steve Sr. won’t be featured onThe McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 2.

The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys’s Calah Jackson in a blue strapless top

Steve’s absence creates an opportunity for his sons, who have always known that one day, one of them would be called upon to run the business. Steve’s legal troubles mean that the time is now for the brothers to decide who will be in charge of the business and their family’s livelihood. Steven Jr. always felt that as the eldest, he’d be next in the line of succession, but younger brother Cole has always felt that he works harder than Steven Jr.

Steven Jr. runs the office, while Cole is out working in the fields. Cole feels his manual labor is more valuable than Steven Jr.’s administrative contributions.Expect major power strugglesbetween the siblings as they embark on a new chapter of life without their father’s guidance.

The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys’s Kristi McBee posing in a tan jacket

4What Is The Status Of Steve Sr. And Galyna’s Relationship?

Galyna Saltkovska is a vital part of McBee Farm & Cattle Co., acting as a CFO of sorts and spearheading deals that could keep the business afloat. She’s also a romantic partner to Steve Sr., although their relationship went through many ups and downs duringThe McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 1. Galyna wanted Steve Sr. to commit to her, but Steve Sr. flat-out refused. He openly dated other women, much to the distress of Galyna.This caused tension in the office, to say the least.

According to Galyna’sBravobio,she’ll continue dealing with the fallout of her and Steve Sr.’s relationshipduring season 2. When she finds out that Steve Sr. began dating a friend of hers behind her back, Galyna has to come to terms with Steve Sr.’s betrayal, especially as he awaits his sentencing. Will she continue to work for the business she helped build, despite her feelings towards Steve Sr., or will she set out on her own path to happiness and commitment?

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3Did Cole Ever Settle Down And Commit To Kaci?

Cole Takes After His Father

Cole, the rebellious third son, is the most like his dad Steve Sr. at times, since he prefers partying and having a good time over just about anything else. Throughout season 1,Cole struggled to remain faithful to his long-time girlfriend, Kacie Adkison. Despite wanting to be a good father and husband one day, Cole had his demons to contend with first.

Cole seemingly managed to settle down a bit, becauseColeand Kacie announced the birth of their daughter, Blair McBee, in December of 2024. Still,a baby doesn’t mean that all of Cole’s problems are solved. In fact, they might be only just beginning, by the looks ofThe McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 2’s preview. In the preview, shared byBravoon YouTube, Kacie says, “If he does continue to get that drunk, I don’t know if we’ll be together,” over video of Cole partying as she is heavily pregnant, implying there is still work to be done on Cole’s part.

2Are Steven Jr. And Calah Still Together?

Steven Jr. And Calah Made It Official During Season 1

Steven Jr. made it official withon-again, off-again girlfriend Calah JacksonduringThe McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 1, despite his dad Steve Sr.’s concerns. Now that Steve Sr. is out of the picture,Calah and Steven are free to pursue their relationship without any meddling from Steven’s family. Still, Calah and Steven Jr. will face their struggles, as shown in the preview for season 2.

Calah wants to be the priority in Steven Jr.’s life, but with the weight of his family’s future on his shoulders,Steven Jr. needs to focus on business. Calah attempted to bond with Kacie and Jesse’s girlfriend (now wife), Alli Ventresca, during season 1, but according to the preview, she’ll have to answer for calling Cole and Jesse “hillbilly f***s” after Kacie confronts her. The preview also shows Calah packing up her things and moving, but it’s unclear if that means it’s the end of Calah and Steven Jr.

1Who Is The Boys’ Mom And What Role Will She Play Season 2?

Kristi McBee Joins The Cast For Season 2

Steve Sr.’s absence meansthe McBee boys need someone to keep them on the straight and arrow. Enter their mom, Kristi McBee, who wasn’t a part ofThe McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 1. According to Kristi’sBravobio, she’ll be stepping up during season 2 and will have a bigger presence on the show. Many of the details of Steve Sr. and Kristi’s divorce weren’t covered during season 1, but with a platform on season 2, Kristi won’t back down. She also has unfinished business with Galyna, which will play out during season 2.

The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboysseason 2 premieres June 30 at 9 p.m. EDT on Bravo.