These 19 Photos of a Young Reba McEntire Prove She's Always Been a Star
Her smile is contagious, even in photos!
Reba McEntire is a dynamic star that hardly needs an introduction. The 67-year-old is not only one of the best female country singers of all time, but also a successful movie and television star that has warmed the homes of many families with her hit show Reba. Add in her work as a businesswoman, and you can easily call Reba a triple threat!
In addition to her many talents, Reba is also known for her unique style. When this familiar face makes an appearance at any event, she can't be missed—her striking, signature red locks make an impression like no other! There are many that consider Reba a role model, and it's easy to see why. Her advice to others is often simple, but significant nonetheless. “Be different, stand out, and work your butt off," Reba once said.
Whether she's starring in a Lifetime Christmas movie, walking the red carpet, or performing at events like Oscars, it's clear that Reba is a force to be reckoned with. We took a look back at Reba's life and career, and cataloged some of her best moments through pictures. Come reminisce with us by looking through these photos of Reba McEntire young!
1970
Reba is all smiles in this school portrait. That charisma was with her even at 15 years old!
1976
The red hair was, and still is, a statement. 👏
1982
The curled hair. The puff-sleeve blouse. The tiered skirt. Yep, it looks like Reba is ready for a performance at the legendary Lone Star Cafe in New York City!
1985
Excuse me, but has time travel been invented yet? Because we'd like to go back to see this dreamy live performance in Birmingham, Alabama, please!
1986
Two country music icons known for their hair. In one room. With photo evidence. Christmas came early this year, apparently.
1987
Just Reba with a couple wins (including one for Female Vocalist of the Year) at the 1987 Country Music Awards. No big deal.
1988
One look at this picture, and you know she's rocking the '80s! 😍
1989
Country-Western meets Disney. 🤝
1990
Audience members of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson got to see Reba sport her curls like never before during a performance in 1990.
1992
Reba does not miss when it comes to keeping up with fashion trends. Could this look be any more '90s?
1996
This is the year Reba cut her signature red locks! “I’ve been wanting to cut it for two years,” she said at the time. “It makes me feel younger. It makes me feel more like me, the tomboy that I am.”
1997
Not even a broken knee could stop Reba from gracefully taking the red carpet at the People's Choice Awards.
1998
We loved Reba in this made-for-television movie, Forever Love. She also recorded a beautiful song of the same name for the movie.
2001
Is she ever not smiling?
2005
This adorable boot cake commemorating 100 episodes of Reba makes us want a piece of our own!
2009
We'll clap for this look! Reba is rocking this royal blue dress and choppy hairstyle at the 2009 TV Land Awards.
2015
Reba stole the show at the CMAs once again with her amazing performance alongside country duo Brooks & Dunn.
2019
Reba, Carrie Underwood, and Dolly Parton? That's almost too much talent for one photo!
2022
She's still got it! Reba gave a show-stopping performance of the Oscar-nominated song “Somehow You Do” at the 94th Academy Awards.
Josiah is the Digital Content Producer for the commerce team at Popular Mechanics, Best Products, Runner’s World, and Bicycling Magazine. He also writes for “BIO Buys”—a column on Biography.com—giving readers the lowdown on what products their favorite celebs are using. In another life, Josiah was an editor at ThePioneerWoman.com, where he sharpened his expertise on all things lifestyle, food-news, and entertainment. Outside work related matters, he’s a fan of Studio Ghibli films, unimportant reality TV drama, and melancholy Lorde songs.
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