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Reba McEntire Cassette Tape Found Among Oklahoma Tornado Rubble

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 30 May 2013 19:30:32 +0000

A volunteer helping to sort through the rubble left behind by the recent tornado that struck Moore, Oklahoma stumbled across an ancient country music artifact — a cassette copy of Reba McEntire‘s 1987 album ‘The Last One to Know.’ The bemused singer posted a picture of the find to her WhoSay account, writing, “Talk about [...]

Reba McEntire Sitcom 'Malibu Country' Canceled After One Season

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 11 May 2013 18:48:52 +0000

Canceled. That’s the status of Reba McEntire‘s new sitcom ‘Malibu Country,’ which aired on Friday nights on ABC. The network has nixed the half-hour show after just one season on the air. Multiple sources have reported the show’s cancelation. In the series, McEntire played singer Reba MacKenzie who uprooted her family and transplanted it to [...]

Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw + Taylor Swift Among People's Most Beautiful

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:00:01 +0000

People magazine has issued a preview of its upcoming yearly Most Beautiful People list, and this year's roundup includes several of country's top stars. Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift were all named to the list in 2013. The magazine asked each of the stars to explain what they've learned about themselves that makes them feel beautiful.

Reba McEntire Exhibit to Open at Country Music Hall of Fame

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:43:37 +0000

Country superstar Reba McEntire is one of the most successful female performers in country music history. Her long and varied career will be celebrated in an upcoming exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville titled ‘Reba: All the Woman I Am.’ McEntire rose to fame in the ’70s and ’80s [...]

Reba McEntire Gushes About Kelly Clarkson, Spills What Marriage Advice She Wants to Pass On

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:45:59 +0000

Country queen Reba McEntire is about to get a new daughter-in-law, and it seems like she couldn't be happier. McEntire's stepson, Brandon Blackstock (who managers Blake Shelton), will marry pop and country star Kelly Clarkson in the fall, and his proud stepmom gushed about her soon-to-be daughter-in-law in a new interview with Katie Couric.

Blake Shelton Packs His Bags for 'Malibu Country'

Cory Stromblad — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 11:48:45 +0000

It turns out Blake Shelton is Reba McEntire's brother! Well... maybe not in real life. But the current CMA Entertainer of the Year has officially signed on to appear in an upcoming episode of his fellow Okie's new hit comedy series, 'Malibu Country.'

Reba McEntire Covers AARP Magazine, Talks TV and Dolly Parton

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 13:45:54 +0000

Our favorite country redhead Reba McEntire covers the December/January issue of AARP magazine, where the country singer and TV sitcom star opens up about everything from her acting career to her reverence for fellow country music diva Dolly Parton!

Reba McEntire Says 'Malibu Country' Will Spawn New Music, Guest Stars

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Reba McEntire is returning to television, but that doesn’t mean the country favorite is leaving behind her music career. The singer says her new show ‘Malibu Country’ will feature all-new music for her fans to enjoy. In the series, McEntire plays Reba Gallagher, a former star who is hoping to re-ignite her country music career [...]

Reba McEntire, Billy Ray Cyrus Comment on the Death of Phyllis Diller

Billy Dukes — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 12:20:44 +0000

Legendary comedienne Phyllis Diller died Monday morning (August 20) in her Los Angeles home at the age of 95. Country stars were among the many celebrities who paid respects to her life and career using their social media platforms. Billy Ray Cyrus and Reba McEntire were the first to share their thoughts.

Reba McEntire and Skylar Laine Duet to 'Turn On the Radio' on 'American Idol' Finale

Cristin Maher — Thu, 24 May 2012 12:30:46 +0000

While she wasn’t in the final running to become the winner of ‘American Idol‘ this season, Skylar Laine still got to perform on the big finale tonight (May 23). Oh, and did we mention Reba McEntire was there, too? Laine rocked the ‘Idol’ stage for one last time alongside McEntire, performing the country superstar’s hit single ‘Turn On the Radio.’

Reba McEntire Congratulates Jessica Simpson on New Baby

Billy Dukes — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:00:49 +0000

The arrival of Jessica Simpson’s baby has transcended the pop world. Even country stars are taking notice of the fact that Simpson has finally given birth. On Wednesday, Reba McEntire congratulated 31-year-old pop singer, who put out a country album in 2008 (though her twang career was short-lived).

Reba McEntire Hits 30 Million Albums Sold

Brittany Joy Cooper — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:00:19 +0000

This week, Reba McEntire technically became the second female country artist to ever sell more than 30 million albums. The first woman to do this was Shania Twain, who is currently considered the top-selling female country artist of all time with 34,175,000 albums sold, according to Perez Hilton.

Reba McEntire, Keith Urban + More Unite for Charity Single 'The Choice'

Brittany Joy Cooper — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:54:00 +0000

In 2000, young singer Billy Gilman exploded onto the music scene as a 12-year-old with a killer voice and the musical chops to take him places. He released a debut record called ‘One Voice,’ sold more than 2 million copies and then had to take a step back from the industry when puberty put a crimp in his vocal style. Now, almost 12 years later, Gilman has found his voice again, and he’s choosing to use it for the sake of others.

Reba McEntire's Death Hoax Had Her Family in a Panic, Singer Says

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 12:00:21 +0000

Reba McEntire‘s fans weren’t the only ones devastated when a death hoax surrounding the flame-haired country queen spread across the web fast enough to become a trending topic. As it turns out, McEntire’s own nephew suffered panic attack when he caught wind of the virally spreading “news” that his aunt had plummeted to her death after falling from a mountain while filming in Austria.

Reba McEntire, Scotty McCreery + More Tweet About Kony 2012 Video

Billy Dukes — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 12:00:34 +0000

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Like much of the world, country stars like Reba McEntire, Scotty McCreery and Martina McBride have been moved to help shine a light on the atrocities of African warlord Joseph Kony and his Lord's Resistance Army. T

Reba McEntire Breaks Down on 'Oprah's Master Class' Recalling Fatal Plane Crash

Brittany Joy Cooper — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:30:00 +0000

More than 20 years ago, in March of 1991, Reba McEntire experienced a tragedy that will stay with her for the rest of her life. On Sunday night (March 4), the country star opened up on the OWN show ‘Oprah’s Master Class’ about the tragic plane crash that took the lives of seven of her band members, as well as her tour manager and two pilots.

Reba McEntire's First Televised Concert in 15 Years to Air in March

Brittany Joy Cooper — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:30:38 +0000

On March 17, Reba McEntire will release her first televised concert special in more than 15 years. The 90-minute special, ‘All the Women I Am,’ will premiere on GAC. Encompassing the energy of McEntire’s live show, much of the footage for the TV special will come from her recent concert at Louisiana’s Cajun Dome, where the longtime performer had a film crew come along with her and roll tape.

Reba McEntire Speaks Out to Assure Fans That She's Not Dead

Billy Dukes — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:00:04 +0000

It quickly became clear that rumors of Reba McEntire‘s death were part of a hoax, but it’s still a relief to have the singer herself available to assure fans that everything is OK. McEntire took to her Twitter page on Tuesday afternoon to try to explain the hoax.

Reba McEntire to Appear on 'Who Do You Think You Are?'

Brittany Joy Cooper — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:55:19 +0000

“It’s official,” Reba McEntire tweeted last week, sharing, “my episode of @nbcwdytya will premiere on Mar. 2!” She was referring to the third season of NBC’s ancestry searching show ‘Who Do You Think You Are?,’ which will unmask McEntire’s family past. Each season, the show follows celebrities as they dig into their histories, their ancestry and the stories of the people who made their lives possible to begin with.

The McMornings Recap: Drinking And Guns Don't Mix And Country Stars Vacation Together in Bora Bora

ryanmcdonald-willey — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:57:00 +0000

Hello my friend and good Tuesday to you. On this fine November morning we learned why drinking and guns don't mix. Also there's a new energy drink out there that's inspired by Facebook. I know what you're thinking, and yes it is a stupid idea.