After five decades in the spotlight, Reba McEntire is showing no signs of slowing down—though she’s the first to admit she’s thinking about it. At 70 years old, the country music legend has declared that retirement is nowhere on her radar. Instead, she’s embracing the rhythm of a slightly slower pace without missing a beat.
In a heartfelt interview, Reba revealed that a pivotal conversation with fellow icon Dolly Parton helped clarify her path forward. When Reba asked Dolly if she’d ever consider retiring, Dolly’s response was simple: why would she stop doing something she loves? Reba wholeheartedly agrees. She’s still having too much fun to walk away.
Since first breaking onto the country scene in 1975, Reba has built a multifaceted empire—musical hits, a hit sitcom, and her own entertainment company. She’s used her platform to give voice to women through lyrics that refuse to sugarcoat real life, something she’s been passionate about since early in her career.
But life hasn’t all been stage lights and applause. Reba recently mourned the loss of her beloved stepson, Brandon Blackstock, who died at 48 after a battle with cancer. She described their bond as “precious” and openly shared her grief.
Amid the sorrow, Reba has found joy again, this time with actor Rex Linn, her co-star from the sitcom “Happy’s Place.” Their engagement marks a bright spot in what she calls the happiest chapter of her life.
And she’s busier than ever. Reba returns this fall as a coach on “The Voice” and stars in Season 2 of “Happy’s Place,” both airing on NBC. She’ll also take the stage as host of the annual “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special, a longtime dream finally realized.
With no retirement in sight and a full slate of projects, Reba McEntire continues to inspire generations with a blend of grit, grace, and pure joy. If this is her version of slowing down, fans are definitely here for it.