Reba McEntire Reveals Secret Year-Long Engagement to Rex Linn

Reba McEntire and Rex Linn have been secretly engaged since Christmas Eve 2024, revealing their plans publicly only at the 2025 Emmys. The couple, who first met in 1991 and began dating in 2020, kept their engagement quiet due to the devastating California wildfires that occurred shortly after their proposal. McEntire describes Linn as a tender-hearted and loving partner, expressing that she has never been loved like this before and values their close relationship both on and off the set of their sitcom Happy's Place. Despite their long history, the couple did not rush into marriage, choosing instead to enjoy their engagement period. McEntire also hinted that her current happiness with Linn contrasts with her past relationships, suggesting this chapter in her life is uniquely fulfilling. Together, they maintain a strong bond, often spending time rehearsing and commuting together, which McEntire calls their "Happy's Place."