Reba McEntire Clarifies Engagement Status After Savannah Guthrie’s Mix-Up
Country music legend Reba McEntire took to the Today show to discuss her sitcom and personal life, setting the record straight about her relationship status. Co-anchor Savannah Guthrie mistakenly referred to McEntire’s fiancé, Rex Linn, as her "husband," prompting a quick correction from the star.
McEntire clarified firmly, “We’re just engaged," catching Guthrie off guard. She explained her need to emphasize this to avoid misleading her family and fans, saying, “My family will go, ‘Wait, you didn’t tell us?!’” The couple has been engaged since December, following a rekindled romance after reconnecting in 2020.
Working Together on "Happy’s Place"
The singer and actor Linn co-star in the second season of the NBC sitcom Happy’s Place, describing their on-set dynamic as a “blast.” McEntire praises Linn’s work ethic, describing him as a “workaholic” who helps her stay ready for filming.
She shared, “He loves to rehearse. Me, not so much on the rehearsal part, so he really makes sure I know my lines.” Their professional collaboration and personal relationship combine seamlessly, as they “go to work together, work together, and then go home together.” McEntire also noted that season two has been even more enjoyable than the first due to better chemistry.
Engagement and Wedding Plans
The engagement took place quietly on Christmas Eve, with the couple choosing to delay announcement due to natural disasters in California. McEntire revealed, “There was not room for our joy in a devastating situation that everybody else was in.” The couple made the news official several months later.
Regarding wedding plans, McEntire promised a celebration that reflects their personalities: “It’s going to be low-key, lots of fun, lots of people, lots of food.” Their priority is simple — “just have fun.”
Background on Their Relationship
Though McEntire and Linn have known each other since the 1990s, their romantic relationship began when they reconnected amidst McEntire’s mother’s illness in 2020. The tragedy brought them closer, leading to an inseparable bond.
A source close to the couple confirmed their happiness and five-year romance before engagement. Together, they continue to balance career success with their personal life, all while awaiting their wedding day.
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