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Reba McEntire and Rex Linn Plan a Wedding That’s All About Heart, Not Hype
Country music legend Reba McEntire is known for dazzling crowds with her powerhouse voice and vibrant stage presence — but when it comes to her wedding, the Queen of Country is keeping things beautifully simple. The 70-year-old singer and actress has opened up about her plans to marry longtime love Rex Linn, and their celebration promises to be as heartfelt and genuine as the couple themselves.
“It’s gonna be a nontraditional wedding,” Reba shared in a recent interview. “That’s Rex and me — we like comfort, we love friends, we love food.” The couple’s vision centers around togetherness, laughter, and authenticity rather than spectacle or formality. Their goal is not to impress anyone but to celebrate love in a way that feels true to who they are.
The pair, who announced their engagement in September 2025 after five years together, are in no rush to set a date. Rex, 68 — best known for his roles in CSI: Miami, Better Call Saul, and Young Sheldon — said with a grin, “We’re just enjoying being engaged right now. We’re taking it day by day and having fun planning in our own way.”
Reba and Rex’s romance has become one of Hollywood’s sweetest later-in-life love stories. They first met back in the early 1990s but didn’t reconnect until 2020, during the quiet, uncertain months of the pandemic. Through mutual friends and daily phone calls, their friendship blossomed into something much deeper. “It was like we’d known each other forever,” Reba recalled. “We just clicked.”
Since then, the two have been nearly inseparable — both in real life and on screen. They currently co-star in the NBC sitcom Happy’s Place, where their natural chemistry shines through every scene. Fans adore their partnership, praising them as one of country music’s most authentic and heartwarming couples.
For Reba, the choice to have an intimate celebration reflects her grounded philosophy on love and life. After decades of fame, countless awards, and international tours, she says she now craves simplicity. “I’ve done the big shows, the big lights,” she said. “Now I just want laughter, good food, good music, and people I love around me.”
The couple’s Southern roots will likely influence their celebration, with hints that it might feature an outdoor setting, comfort food, and a laid-back family-style atmosphere. “We both love being outside,” Reba said with a smile. “Don’t be surprised if there’s a barbecue or two.”
Fans have warmly embraced the couple’s approach, celebrating their sincerity and the reminder that love knows no age. “Reba deserves every bit of happiness,” one fan wrote on social media. “It’s beautiful to see her smiling and in love.”
Having found love again after heartbreak, Reba says she cherishes every moment. “When you’re older, you know what you’re looking for — and when you find it, you don’t take it for granted,” she shared.
For Reba and Rex, this wedding won’t be about grandeur — it will be about gratitude. Or, as Reba so perfectly put it: “It’s our day, our way. And that’s what makes it special.”