When “Reba” went off the air in 2007, most viewers probably thought that was the last time they’d see the beloved cast together in one place. However, Reba McEntire’s newest sitcom, “Happy’s Place,” has brought many of the “Reba” cast members back together again, and the privilege of that isn’t lost on McEntire. As the country music star shared with People, the experience has been been a dream come true.

As McEntire explained, the reunion was very emotional, and all of the cast members knew how lucky they were to be working together again. “If you get one really good sitcom that lasts for six seasons, you think, ‘Man, I’ve got the golden ring. That’ll be it. Probably never do it again, because that’s magic in a bottle.’ We got it again and we realize it.”

The Singer Described Working With Her Old Castmates as Smooth Sailing

GettyReba McEntire attends Variety Power Of Women: Nashville on May 01, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee.
It’s naturally to develop chemistry when you work together for a long time, and McEntire shared that those connections made it very easy to gel with her former castmates on the new series. As she explained, having so much base knowledge about her fellow actors’ preferences and habits was a big asset. “You love people you get to work together with that you’ve worked with before. It’s just so much easier than starting over.”

Although the entire cast of “Reba” isn’t part of “Happy’s Place,” some notable members include Christopher Rich, who appeared as Maverick, and Steve Howey, who stars as Danny. McEntire’s real-life partner, Rex Linn, also plays a prominent role in the series.

“Happy’s Place” Brings McEntire and Melissa Peterman Together Again

GettyReba McEntire and Melissa Peterman speak onstage during the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Most notably, “Happy’s Place” brought McEntire and co-star Melissa Peterman again, but to the delight of fans who loved their dynamic on “Reba.” Peterman plays Gabby, a lovable bartender that is frequently by McEntire’s side.

In an interview for iHollywoodTV, McEntire described how she feels about rejoining Peterman on screen. ” I am enjoying getting to work with Melissa Peterman again,” the singer gushed. “She’s my buddy, she’s my pal, my best friend. I just love her to pieces.” She also shared that the two kept their friendship alive even during the years they weren’t working together. In the same interview, Peterman clearly shared McEntire’s happiness. “Working with Reba feels familiar,” the actor said. “It’s like going home.”