Look through Reba McEntire’s life and career in photos.
Reba McEntire is a country music legend whose influence has spanned decades. Born March 28, 1955, the “Queen of Country” released her debut album in 1977 and has since built an expansive catalog with more than 30 albums to her name. With countless hits and accolades, she remains one of the most successful and recognizable artists in country music history.
Beyond music, Reba has also made a lasting impact as an actress. She starred in the hit sitcom Reba, which premiered in 2001 and ran for six seasons, earning her a Golden Globe nomination. She has continued acting in the years since, most recently starring in NBC’s Happy’s Place, while also returning as a coach on The Voice. In 2011, she was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, cementing her legacy.
Take a look at her life and career in photos with this gallery.
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Reba McEntire In 1989
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The year 1989 was a big one for Reba. She married Narvel Blackstock in 1989. She welcomed her son, Shelby, in 1990.
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Reba McEntire In 1992
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Reba released a new album titled ‘It’s Your Call’ in 1992. By 1992, she was known as the ‘Queen of Country.’
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Reba McEntire & Dolly Parton
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Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton posed together in 1986 for the 60th anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry. Years later they would host the 2019 CMA Awards together!
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Reba McEntire & Randy Travis
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Reba McEntire and Randy Travis co-hosted the 1990 CMA Awards. Reba looked amazing in a sequined gown.
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Reba McEntire & Burt Reynolds In ‘The Man From Left Field’
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Reba McEntire began to pursue an acting career in the 1990s. She starred in the TV movie ‘The Man From Left Field’ in 1993 with Burt Reynolds.
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Reba McEntire
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Reba McEntire showed off her comedy skills in the TV show ‘Reba.’ The show premiered Oct. 5, 2000.
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‘Reba’ Cast
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Reba McEntire starred alongside Steve Howey, Christopher Rich, Scarlett Pomers, JoAnna Garcia, Melissa Peterman, and Mitch Holleman. This season 4 cast photo was taken during the prime of ‘Reba’s popularity.
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Reba McEntire At The 2009 CMAs
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Reba McEntire loves a fabulous sequined gown. She stunned in this black sequined number at the 2009 CMA Awards.
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Reba McEntire At The 2011 CMA Awards
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Reba McEntire wowed on the 2011 CMAs red carpet in a plunging green velvet gown. Reba was radiant at the country music awards show.
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Reba McEntire At The 2016 CMA Awards
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Reba McEntire dazzled in a sequined gold gown at the 2016 CMAs. The dress paired perfectly with her red hair.
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Reba McEntire At 2018 ACM Awards
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Reba McEntire wore her famous red dress during the 2018 ACM Awards. This was the same dress she wore to the 1993 CMA Awards!
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Reba McEntire At The 2019 CMA Awards
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Reba McEntire walked the CMA Awards red carpet in a black sequined gown. She co-hosted with Dolly Parton and Carrie Underwood.
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Reba McEntire At The 2022 Oscars
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Reba McEntire is stunning in emerald green at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on Mar. 27, 2022. She later performed.
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Opry 100: A Live Celebration
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Reba McEntire was all smiles at the OPRY 100: A Live Celebration on March 19, 2025.
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