Reba McEntire Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Reba McEntire’s net worth?

An American country music singer, songwriter, producer, and actress, Reba McEntire boasts a net worth of $95 million. She has sold over 90 million records worldwide thus far. Among her notable achievements in acting is her leading role in the television series “Reba,” which aired from 2001 to 2007. Additionally, she has released 16 #1 albums, the highest number achieved by any female country artist.

Growing up in a rodeo family, Reba discovered a love for music early in life. Her career began to flourish in 1975 when Mercury Records signed her after a performance of the National Anthem at a rodeo event captured the attention of a music executive. Initially, McEntire’s music was rooted in traditional country, but over time it evolved to incorporate more pop elements, reflecting her artistic range. This transformation expanded her audience and contributed to her commercial success.

McEntire has earned numerous accolades, including various Grammy Awards, Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, and Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards. Beyond music, her influence spans television, film, and Broadway, showcasing her diverse talents.

Early Life

Born in 1955 in Kiowa, Oklahoma, Reba McEntire began her career as a teenager on the rodeo circuit. She enrolled in Southeastern Oklahoma University aspiring to be an elementary school teacher, while also performing at local venues. During her sophomore year, she sang the National Anthem at the National Rodeo in Oklahoma City. This led to a pivotal moment when country artist Red Steagall recognized her exceptional vocal talent and brought her to Nashville in 1976, where she recorded a demo tape that caught the attention of Mercury Records.

Returning to complete her education, she graduated in December 1976, just a month before heading back to Nashville to record tracks for her debut album. However, her first single met with a lack of success, peaking at #88 on the Billboard country chart.

In August 1977, Reba released her self-titled debut solo album, which did not achieve commercial success. Her second album, “Out of a Dream” in 1979, included a rendition of Patsy Cline’s “Sweet Dreams,” which became a top 20 hit.

Success

In the early 80s, Reba McEntire experienced a breakthrough, transitioning from country to pop with a string of number one singles throughout the 1980s and 1990s, such as “How Blue,” “Somebody Should Leave,” “New Fool at an Old Game,” “I Know How He Feels,” “The Heart Won’t Lie,” “Does He Love You,” “Till You Love Me,” and “The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter.” By the mid-1980s, most albums she released achieved multi-platinum status, including her 1993 greatest hits compilation which sold over 5 million copies. McEntire continues to be active in the music industry.

With an impressive tally of 90 awards received from various organizations and nearly 200 nominations, McEntire’s accolades include a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording, awarded in 1998 at 7018 Hollywood Blvd. Additionally, she was inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame in 2006.

Acting Career

Reba began her acting journey in 1990, marking her entry into the entertainment industry. She subsequently showcased her talent in various films, Broadway productions, and TV shows. Her acting career kicked off with a role in the 1990 film “Tremors,” followed by her participation in the Broadway revival of “Annie Get Your Gun.”

Her self-titled television show premiered on the WB network in October 2001, airing a total of 127 episodes across six seasons before concluding on The CW in February 2007. For her performance, Reba received a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series–Musical or Comedy.

Since then, she has contributed her voice to numerous projects and made guest appearances on different talent shows and films. In 2023, Reba portrayed Judge Kim Wheeler in “Reba McEntire’s The Hammer,” and she is set to become a coach on “The Voice.”

Personal Life

Reba’s marital history includes two marriages. Her first marriage to steer wrestling champion Charlie Battles spanned from 1976 to 1987. In 1989, she wed her manager Narvel Blackstock, with whom she divorced in 2015. During her marriage to Narvel, she became a stepmother to his three children: Chassida, Shawna, and Brandon. Notably, Brandon Blackstock was formerly married to singer Kelly Clarkson. Additionally, Reba and Narvel had a son named Shelby Blackstock, who is a race car driver. Following their divorce in October 2015, Reba began a relationship with photographer Anthony “Skeeter” Lasuzzo in 2017, but they separated in 2019. In 2020, she entered into a relationship with film and TV actor Rex Linn.

Real Estate

In 2003, Reba and Narvel purchased a 2-acre property in Beverly Hills for $9 million. When they divorced in 2015, they sold the property—boasting a 9,000 square-foot mansion—for $22.5 million. Additionally, they owned an 80-acre farm called Starstruck Farm, situated in Gallatin, Tennessee, approximately 30 minutes northeast of Nashville. This property features a 12,800 square-foot lakefront home, a large pool, a pool house, equestrian facilities, and tennis courts. They listed the home for $7.9 million in September 2016, but it remained on the market until July 2017, when it sold to a developer for $5 million.