Country legend Reba McEntire is engaged to actor Rex Linn after five years together. Their decades-long friendship blossomed into a storybook romance.
Reba McEntire Says “Yes” — Engaged to Rex Linn After 5 Years of Love and a Storybook Romance
Country music queen Reba McEntire is officially engaged! The 69-year-old superstar announced her engagement to actor Rex Linn during the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards, making fans everywhere celebrate their love story.
On the red carpet, Reba and Rex were all smiles when host Zuri Hall referred to Rex as Reba’s fiancé. The couple laughed, confirmed the happy news, and added, “We’re having a blast on Happy’s Place and are so glad to be here tonight.” Shortly after, Reba’s representative confirmed the engagement.
A Love Story Years in the Making
Reba and Rex first met in 1991 on the set of The Gambler. Their shared Oklahoma roots, sense of humor, and love for horses helped form a lasting friendship. Although romance didn’t spark back then, fate gave them a second chance nearly 30 years later.
In 2020, the two reconnected on the set of Young Sheldon. Their friendship quickly grew into something deeper, and since then, they’ve been inseparable — traveling together, working on projects, and supporting one another through life’s ups and downs.
Reba on Faith, Love, and Marriage
In past interviews, Reba hinted at the possibility of marriage with Rex, expressing her respect for his feelings:
“If that’s something he feels totally strong about, that’s fine with me. He’s never been married before, so if he wants to experience that, I’m okay with that.”
Faith has also been central to their relationship. In 2024, Reba shared on her sister Susie’s show Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith:
“I’ve waited 66 years for a man to pray with and to share a faith and love of the Lord and to be compassionate. That’s something very special to me.”
This engagement marks Reba’s third marriage. She was married to Charlie Battles (1976–1987) and Narvel Blackstock (1989–2015). Despite past heartbreak, she now embraces this new chapter with joy.
A New Chapter Ahead
With Rex Linn, Reba has found not just love, but a true partner in faith and life. Their romance — built on decades of friendship, laughter, and respect — feels like a classic country song come to life.
As they prepare for marriage, fans can’t help but cheer for this couple whose story proves that love can come at any stage of life — and sometimes, it’s worth the wait.