Reba McEntire on Working with Fiancé Rex Linn on Happy’s Place | The Drew Barrymore Show
When Reba McEntire sat down with Drew Barrymore to talk about her new sitcom Happy’s Place, the audience got far more than a behind-the-scenes look at a TV show. They witnessed a joyful, heartfelt conversation about love, trust, creativity, and the beautiful surprise of finding both romance and professional partnership later in life. Reba and her fiancé Rex Linn have become one of entertainment’s most beloved couples, and hearing Reba describe what it’s like to work with him on the same set offered viewers a warm and genuine perspective that only she can deliver.
Reba explained that working with Rex feels completely natural. Their relationship, built on friendship, respect, and a deep sense of humor, has grown into a partnership that extends effortlessly into their careers. She told Drew that Rex isn’t just her fiancé — he’s her companion in every sense, someone who brings joy into ordinary moments and enthusiasm into every creative project. On Happy’s Place, where Reba plays a tough but tender restaurant owner rebuilding her life, Rex joins the cast in a role that lets their chemistry shine through both on and off screen.
What makes their working relationship so special, Reba shared, is the ease they bring into each other’s worlds. Rex has long admired Reba’s legendary comedy timing — a skill she perfected on her hit sitcom Reba and carried into stage work, drama roles, and live performances. But Reba revealed that Rex is just as gifted, especially when it comes to blending humor with genuine emotion. His timing, presence, and natural warmth make him an ideal partner in scenes that call for authenticity.
Drew Barrymore, known for her heartfelt interviewing style, leaned into the theme of love blossoming in unexpected places. Reba happily reflected on the early days of her relationship with Rex, describing how they bonded over shared experiences, long conversations, and a sense of humor that matched perfectly. She emphasized that laughter has been the guiding force of their relationship — a daily reminder that joy can carry people through challenges, changes, and even the unpredictable schedules of Hollywood.
When the conversation turned to production on Happy’s Place, Reba’s eyes lit up. She explained how meaningful it is to go to work every day and see Rex on set — not just as her partner, but as a collaborator she admires. They support one another, learn from one another, and bring out each other’s strengths. Reba shared that it feels like a blessing to merge personal happiness with professional creativity, something she didn’t expect at this stage of life but cherishes deeply.
The audience especially loved Reba’s sweet anecdotes about their on-set interactions — Rex’s playful nature, their shared inside jokes, and the way he makes everyone around him feel welcome. She praised his respectful professionalism, noting that while they enjoy working together, they also give each other space to focus, rehearse, and perform with the same dedication they’ve always brought to their respective careers.
Reba’s appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show reminded fans why she has remained beloved for decades: her honesty, humility, and ability to speak from the heart. Her reflections on working with Rex Linn weren’t just about a TV show — they were about partnership, companionship, and the unexpected joys life can still deliver.
In Reba’s own words, “It’s a gift when your heart and your work fall into the same place.”
And in Happy’s Place, that gift shines as brightly as ever.