Country music icon Reba McEntire and her soon-to-be husband, Rex Linn, made a show-stopping entrance at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards on Sunday (Feb. 1) at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena. The couple arrived hand in hand to the 2026 GRAMMYs, beaming with smiles and turning heads as they walked the red carpet together.
The “Fancy” singer and CSI: Miami actor coordinated effortlessly, striking a stylish balance between glamour and sophistication for the night’s festivities.
Styled by Marjan Malakpour, McEntire wowed in a snakeskin Joshua Kane suit jacket featuring a silver border, paired with a black blouse, black pants, and thigh-high black boots, a bold yet elegant choice that perfectly matched her larger-than-life personality.
Linn complemented her look in sleek black pants and a pinstripe sports jacket, accented with a paisley scarf over a black button-up shirt, creating a polished, coordinated look for the couple.
Reba McEntire and Rex Linn originally met in 1991 while filming The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw with Kenny Rogers. They reconnected in Los Angeles in January 2020, and when the pandemic hit, they spent time getting to know each other virtually. Eventually, they reunited in person—and have been together ever since.
The couple got engaged in December 2024 after dating for about four years. McEntire first confirmed their engagement while walking the red carpet at the Emmy Awards in September 2025. Rex Linn proposed to Reba McEntire on Christmas Eve in 2024 after a failed attempt to propose during an African safari in June 2024. Linn and McEntire are currently planning a nontraditional wedding. Linn revealed to E! News that they haven’t yet set a date. The beloved couple aren’t in a rush to walk down the aisle and are currently “enjoying our engagement time.” Linn added, “We haven’t set a date; we’re just going to enjoy our engagement and enjoy going to Happy’s Place every day.”
McEntire will also take the stage during the live broadcast alongside Brandy Clark and Lukas Nelson to pay tribute to those we’ve recently lost during the annual In Memoriam segment at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards. This marks her first time ever performing at the GRAMMYs despite her iconic music career and legacy.
Reba McEntire is an 18-time GRAMMY nominee and three-time GRAMMY winner. She is currently nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “Trailblazer” with Miranda Lambert and Lainey Wilson.
The 2026 GRAMMYs will feature unforgettable performances from Bruno Mars, Addison Rae, Alex Warren, Andrew Watt, Brandy Clark, Chad Smith, Clipse, Duff McKagan, Justin Bieber, KATSEYE, Lady Gaga, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Lukas Nelson, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Olivia Dean, Pharrell Williams, Post Malone, Reba McEntire, ROSÉ, Sabrina Carpenter, Slash, SOMBR, The Marías, Tyler, The Creator, and more.
Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, and Lukas Nelson are set to pay tribute to those lost over the past year during the In Memoriam segment, while Ms. Lauryn Hill honors the late Roberta Flack and D’Angelo with a special performance. Post Malone, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, Duff McKagan and Slash of Guns N’ Roses will also celebrate the life and legacy of the late “Prince of Darkness,” Ozzy Osbourne.
Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marías also take the stage for a special Best New Artist showcase performance.
A star-studded lineup of presenters will grace the stage during “Music’s Biggest Night,” including Carole King, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Doechii, Harry Styles, Jeff Goldblum, KAROL G, Lainey Wilson, Marcello Hernández, Nikki Glaser, Q-Tip, Queen Latifah, and Teyana Taylor.
Hosted by Trevor Noah, the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards air live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 1, at 8/7c on CBS. Produced by Fulwell 73 Productions for the Recording Academy, the event is also available to stream live and on-demand via Paramount+.
