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John Legend Ribbed Michael Bublé for Being Like “Liar” Blake Shelton on The Voice

The Voice Coaches’ quips continue on Season 27, Episode 2.

Only two episodes in, and things are getting (playfully) spicy on The Voice Season 27. Coaches John Legend and Michael Bublé went head-to-head in competition over an Artist, and (friendly) accusations soon flew.

Michael Bublé promised to get inked for Artist Ari Camille on The Voice

Twenty-one-year-old Chicago native Ari Camille got chair turns from both Bublé and Legend on The Voice Season 27, Episode 2.

Bublé then made an interesting pitch to get Camille on his team.

Showing off the four tattoos he has on his wrist — the names of his kids: Noah, Elias, Vida and Cielo — he promised to add some Ari ink if only she’d pick him as her Coach.

The others immediately called Bublé out on his empty promise, as Bublé’s wife Luisana Lopilato would surely object to him getting someone who isn’t family added to the list — however talented she may be!

To prove his point, Bublé invited Camille to write her name on his arm in black marker.

Michael Bublé’s tattoos on his wrist. Photo: Dave Simpson/WireImage

Legend, on the other hand (or wrist, as it were), pointed to his Coach bona fides to woo Camille, who’d sung “I Wanna Be Down” by Brandy. “There’s only been one time that Brandy came on this show to be a mentor, and there’s only one Coach who brought her on,” he pointed out.

Ultimately, this argument won Camille to Team Legend, though she thanked Bublé for his offer, and he was happy to have her autograph.

Ari Camille on The Voice Season 27, Episode 2. Photo: Christine Bartolucci/NBC

In an interview following the back-and-forth, Legend, who wasn’t present for Bublé’s debut season, said he’s been getting to know the crooner and has theories about his Coach gameplay.

“What I’m learning is he’s a lot like Blake Shelton. He’s friends with Blake. He lies like him,” Legend said as Bublé walked right into his interview. “I want your Contestant,” Bublé told him plainly. Legend tried to revel in his victory by getting the audience to chant his name, but unfortunately, the other three Coaches were chatting, and not paying attention. Ah, well, more ribbing to come, surely.

The Voice Coach Michael Bublé sparks controversy by making a confusing statement on the show

Why Michael Bublé Just Said He “Hates” Christmas Music on The Voice

Michael Bublé jokingly channeling his Grinch vibes.

Michael Bublé is the king of Christmas music…but is he about to abandon his throne? Nah, he may be joking about the genre, but he’ll never let it go. The Voice Coach knows his voice is forever associated with the sounds of the holiday.

During a break between Artists in the third round of Blind Auditions for Season 27 of The Voice, fellow Coach John Legend opened up about his strategizing to topple current champion Bublé. Since Legend was gone last season, which was Bublé’s first, they are still getting to know each other’s schemes.

“I’m trying to learn your patterns of who you like,” said Legend, parsing through when Bublé does and doesn’t turn his chair around. “No man, there will be no pattern. I just hate Christmas music,” Bublé jokingly deadpanned.

The Canadian singer is well-known as a Christmas guy (check out his unique Christmas cocktail recipe here), and Legend joked he would like to see him branch out, suggesting, “we gotta explore other holidays. Halloween music. July fourth music.” Collab?

Bublé’s love of Christmas and music go together

“It’s funny, but when I was 6 or 7 years old, Christmas would come around and I loved it so much, but not because of the presents but for things like Bing Crosby’s White Christmas album,” Bublé told NST in 2009. “I just thought it was the coolest stuff in the world. By the time I hit 13, I’d been experimenting a lot and listening to different things, and my grandpa really helped ignite more of a flame. All I wanted to do was to learn more and more.” Thanks to the magic of technology, Bublé and Crosby performed a duet on NBC last year!

Michael Bublé poses backstage on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Episode 2051 on Thursday, November 14, 2024; Bing Crosby smiles. Photo: Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images; John Springer Collection/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images

In 2011, Bublé released his best-selling album, Christmas, which included covers of classic holiday songs like “Santa Baby.” But one track almost didn’t make the final cut.

In a behind-the-scenes studio clip, Bublé shared that “Holly Jolly Christmas” was a product of a little extra studio time. “‘[The song] wasn’t even on the radar for us,” Bublé said. “We had just finished the recording session and we found out we had about 40 minutes left of studio time …  I kept sort of throwing out [different songs] and I said, well what about [‘Holly Jolly Christmas’]? Why don’t we just try it?”

And thank goodness he did! The song is a hit he continues to perform today. “The feeling was so good,” Bublé said of recording it. “It swung so hard and felt sort of rich and fun. It came out of nowhere, but sometimes that happens when you make a record.”

Gone but not forgotten: 53% of ‘The Voice’ fans are ‘devastated’ that Adam Levine quit [POLL RESULTS]

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In Gold Derby’s recent poll, we asked diehard fans of “The Voice” what they thought of Adam Levine quitting NBC’s reality TV show after 16 seasons, and 53% voted that they were absolutely “devastated” by the news.

The other 47% of fans voted that now was “the right time” for Adam to finally call it quits. Do you agree or disagree with those poll results? Be sure to sound off down in the comments section.

Adam didn’t give a specific explanation as to why he decided to leave the show he’s called home since 2011, except to say, “For me, it was time to move on.” In his official statement, Adam thanked fellow coaches Blake Shelton, Kelly Clarkson and John Legend, host Carson Daly, producer Mark Burnett and other “The Voice” crew members.

“I couldn’t hide my love for you if I tried,” he said about his frenemy Blake, who’s been a coach with Adam since day one. “Seriously. I tried. Can’t do it. Our friendship is and always will be one for the books. Whatever this whole surreal experience was, I’m just happy I got to experience it with you. You’re my brother for life. Kelly and John, take care of the cowboy and I’m sure I’ll be back to say hi very very soon. So much love to you both.”

Finally, the Maroon 5 singer thanked his “loyal” fans, declaring, “There’s literally no show without you guys. For me, it was time to move on. Your support has meant EVERYTHING.” Based on the results of our poll, it appears as though his “The Voice” fans will miss Adam just as much as he’ll miss them.

Throughout his 16 seasons on the show Adam mentored three winning artists: Javier Colon (Season 1), Tessanne Chin (Season 5) and Jordan Smith (Season 9). However, over the past few seasons he’s notably had a rough go of things, with all of his artists being eliminated before the finale for three cycles in a row. Gwen Stefani will replace Adam in Season 17, which will air this fall on NBC.

Blake Shelton makes a surprise return to The Voice season 27, and Adam Levine won’t be too happy about it

Blake Shelton may be gone on The Voice, but he’s never forgotten.

The country star left his longtime gig as a Coach on The Voice a couple years ago, but in the Season 27 premiere, it was like he was back. Well, almost. Read on to find out how he made a surprise appearance.

Kelsea Ballerini has a Blake Shelton button on her red chair

For her first season as a Coach, Kelsea Ballerini decided she needed some reinforcements to go up against returning Coach and multi-season winner Adam Levine. So she enlisted Levine’s friendly rival, Shelton. As she demonstrated during the episode, Ballerini seems to have a button on her red chair that she can press to play an insult Shelton lobbed at Levine in years past. “I have it for when I really need some backup,” Ballerini explained.

In fact, there are four quotes: “Adam’s a big baby,” “Adam…won’t shut up,” “Adam, you say a lot of stupid stuff,” and “Adam’s a crappy Coach.” All said with love, of course. Mostlyyubi.

Carson Daly pokes fun at Blake Shelton

Shelton may knock Levine, but Host Carson Daly is known to lob a joke at Shelton from time to time. In November 2024, The Voice’s most decorated champion posted an Instagram picture to promote his new single, and Daly quickly chimed in with a jab: “You look like a real man for once 😂.” But don’t worry: Shelton and Daly are actually very good friends, and this was all in jest.

Clearly, the Coaches are missing Shelton a bit, but he had a good reason for stepping away from The Voice in May 2023. “I think being a stepdad has changed my perspective in that I’m not the first person that I think about anymore,” he told Access Hollywood of his role to wife (and fellow former Coach) Gwen Stefani’s three sons. “Even to the small little things when you go, ‘I think I’ll do this,’ the very next thought is always, ‘Well, wait a minute. How’s that going work?’ Or, ‘What will they think?’ Or, ‘How will that affect a schedule?’”

“I think the only way for me to really do that right is to step away from being committed to something like The Voice that demands a lot of your time,” he continued. “There’s no way around it. If you’re going to do it and do it right, you have to be 150 percent in. And I just feel like those days are behind me for now. I got a more important job.”

Kelsea Ballerini Offers Tearful Apology After Canceling Shows

The singer and Voice coach has been battling illness.

Get well soon, Kelsea Ballerini! After appearing at the Grammys, the country music singer and coach of The Voice got right back to her tour—only to fall ill with the flu.

Kelsea updated fans on her health as she battled through concerts, but, after starting her show in Buffalo, New York, she was unable to continue.

Videos shared on Tik Tok show Kelsea take the stage and tell the crowd that she powered through her show in Detroit and then had some time to rest.

She said, “I’m feeling physically much better…My voice, she still has the flu. My physical self? Thriving. I need your help tonight. As much as you’re willing to give me. There was no world that I wasn’t going to get on this stage tonight and give you everything I have.”

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But after singing a few songs, a representative walked on stage and told the crowd that Kelsea was too sick to continue.

The singer later took to social media to share an update with fans. She said, “Buffalo, I am so so so sorry that I could not finish the show tonight. I am sicker than I am trying to be. I didn’t want to let anyone down tonight, but I got through the first songs tonight and I couldn’t do it.”

@kelseaballerini

flu got the better of me. i’m so so sorry my friends, i tried my best. rescheduled dates are posted. 😞

♬ original sound – Kelsea Ballerini

She continued to explain that the Buffalo show and her next two stops in Pittsburgh and Toronto would be moved to April. Kelsea promised, “I will make them the best shows I have ever played in my life. I hope you understand, and thank you for the grace to be human, and I love you.”

Country Pop Singer and Songwriter Kelsea Ballerini’s Nashville Home

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Kelsea Ballerini resides in a charming Nashville home that reflects her vibrant and artistic spirit.

This two-story property, originally built in 2012, features a contemporary design with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 3,494 square feet of living space.

The home’s layout is both functional and inviting, making it an ideal retreat for the Grammy-nominated artist.

Curated details throughout the interior include hand-painted wallpapers, custom fixtures, and high-end finishes.

An outdoor area is equally impressive, offering a spacious setting for relaxation and entertainment.

A pool, a guest house, and a soundproof studio add to the estate’s allure.

The property is located in the sought-after Oak Hill neighborhood, providing privacy and a serene environment while still being close to Nashville’s bustling music scene.

This thoughtfully designed haven is a perfect blend of comfort and style—step inside to see where creativity thrives!

The wide, covered front porch offers classic white railings, black lantern fixtures, and picturesque views of the verdant, manicured garden.
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An enchanting A-frame guesthouse with circular windows features an inviting front deck surrounded by manicured hedges and mature trees.
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The rooftop terrace provides a secluded retreat, showcasing intricate white balustrades and serene views of the tree-lined neighborhood.
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A shaded deck with wicker seating and a wooden pergola offers a peaceful escape surrounded by dense greenery and blooming shrubs.
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The backyard patio hosts a dining area under a natural canopy, blending rustic wooden furniture with lush foliage for outdoor gatherings.
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A layered deck descends into a sparkling turquoise pool, bordered by a natural stone patio and surrounded by vibrant, leafy greenery.
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The spacious backyard showcases tiered patios, blending seamlessly with the pristine pool area and lush garden for ultimate outdoor relaxation.
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Elegant Interiors

The entryway exudes character with an arched wooden door, built-in bookcases, and curated artwork against a backdrop of polished hardwood floors.
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A hallway filled with eclectic art and well-stocked bookshelves creates a warm and personal space, illuminated by geometric pendant lights.
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The vibrant living room merges traditional charm with modern design, featuring coffered ceilings, a fireplace, and abundant natural light from expansive windows.
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Near the staircase, a cozy nook highlights an artfully curated collection of paintings, a vintage armchair, and built-in shelving for books and decor.
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The beautifully tiled fireplace, adorned with intricate metallic screens and eclectic accents, serves as the room’s focal point, blending warmth and sophistication seamlessly.
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Elegance radiates in the dining room with its oval window, botanical wallpaper, and a long wooden table surrounded by rattan chairs under classic pendant lights.
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Striped walls, arched windows, and a custom-built bench lined with colorful cushions bring vibrant energy to the sunlit sitting room.
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Soft pastel walls, intricate rugs, and a mix of antique and modern furniture create a serene lounge space with a visually rich, inviting atmosphere.
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Creativity thrives in the home office, where a sleek desk, hanging instruments, framed photos, and a checkered rug complement muted gray tones.
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Floating shelves with vintage bottles, a marble countertop, and an ornate mirror lend timeless luxury to the tucked-away wet bar.
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Copper accents, patterned wallpaper, and a compact refrigerator give the rustic kitchenette functional charm, perfect for stylish refreshment preparation.
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Built-in cabinetry, a traditional wooden table, and divided glass doors bathe the quaint library corner in natural light, crafting an ideal workspace.
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Ornate wallpapered stairwell features layered mirrors and eclectic artwork, creating a warm, artistic entry to the upper level of the home.
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A blush-toned mudroom corner combines functionality with style, opening to a lush deck area framed by large leafy trees.
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This A-frame bedroom boasts dramatic angles, a vintage vanity, and a spherical hanging light, infusing the space with character and coziness.
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The spacious kitchen blends rustic charm with modernity, showcasing subway tile walls, sleek stainless-steel appliances, and a central island with wooden stools.
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Open shelving in the kitchen displays curated pottery and cookbooks, complementing the stainless steel stove and pristine white cabinetry.
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Classic subway tiles and a marble island evoke timeless elegance, while natural light streams through oversized windows brightening the cooking space.
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The master bedroom’s built-in bookshelves surround an upholstered headboard, creating a library-like atmosphere full of charm and sophistication.
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Softly patterned drapes frame the windows of a reading nook with a plush green chaise, exuding a sense of relaxation and warmth.
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A thoughtfully styled child’s room integrates functional shelving and vibrant decor, offering a playful yet organized sanctuary with garden views.
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The room balances charm and coziness with a vintage iron bed, layered floral bedding, and soft drapes filtering natural light.
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A slanted ceiling frames the spacious bedroom, where a bold pendant light and striped stools complement antique furnishings and soft gray walls.
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White subway tiles and intricate wooden accents create an elegant spa-like ambiance with a freestanding bathtub and vanity seating.
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Nestled under an angled ceiling, the tiled shower area pairs geometric patterns with sleek framed art and soft natural light from the window.
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Leopard-print carpet and soundproofed walls frame a creative space filled with guitars, posters, and instruments ready for artistic expression.
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First Photos Released Of Reba McEntire’s Former TV Husband Christopher Rich On Set Of “Happy’s Place”

First Photos Released Of “Reba” Star Christopher Rich On Set Of “Happy’s Place”

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Reba McEntire’s Former TV Husband Guest Stars In Her New Sitcom On NBC

Christopher Rich, who previously starred in Reba McEntire‘s namesake sitcom, has joined the cast of her brand-new show, Happy’s Place.

Happy’s Place, which just got renewed for a second season, debuted on NBC on October 18, 2024. The show stars McEntire as Bobbie, a strong-willed woman running her late father’s tavern. But her world gets flipped upside down when she learns she has a younger half-sister, Isabella (played by Belissa Escobedo), who is also her new business partner.

The show also stars Melissa Peterman, McEntire’s former Reba sitcom co-star and real-life best friend, as a bartender named Gabby. McEntire’s boyfriend, Rex Linn, plays the tavern’s cook, Emmett.

Happy’s Place staged a mini Reba reunion when Steve Howey appeared in a guest role in one episode. Howey played McEntire’s son-in-law, Van Montgomery, on Reba, which ran from 2001 to 2007.

Another Reba star recently joined the cast of Happy’s Place. Christopher Rich, who played McEntire’s ex-husband Brock Hart on Reba, will appear in the new sitcom’s 15th episode, airing on February 21.

Variety shared the first known details about Rich’s Happy’s Place character, who’s named Maverick. The publication described Maverick as:

“…a local tattoo artist that is very good at his job … as long as he’s using his right hand. Turns out Maverick has had a stroke and likes to tease new clients about which hand he’s going to use when he starts doing their tattoos.”

The story detail about Maverick being a stroke survivor comes from Rich’s own life. The actor suffered a stroke and subsequent brain injury several years ago (in 2018), which kept him from acting.

“Then I threw a bunch of blood clots and ended up in the hospital with lung embolisms and debris on my heart,” Rich told Us Weekly in a recent interview. “After surviving all of that crap, I’m feeling really, really good.”

As someone with a disability, Rich says, “It’s great” to play a disabled character upon his return to TV.

“It’s great to be able to be a disabled person and play a disabled person,” he said. “I’m hoping that when some of this gets out there, that people that I’ve worked with in the past are going to say, ‘OK, let’s bring him back. We can work with him.’”

See The First Photos Of Christopher Rich As His Character On Happy’s Place

On Thursday (February 19), Happy’s Place released the first photos of Christopher Rich on set and in character as Maverick. NBC shared some of those photos on Instagram, captioning them, “Counting down the days until this reunion…Christopher Rich guest stars in #HappysPlace Friday 8/7c on nbc and streaming on @peacock.”

See those pictures in the slideshow below!

 

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TV Insider obtained additional photos of Rich on the Happy’s Place set.

Fans rejoiced after seeing Rich reunite with McEntire and Peterman (Peterman played his wife, Barbara Jean, on Reba). Some of the comments on NBC’s Instagram post about his upcoming guest role included:

“Yay!!! Another Reba reunion! I can’t wait!”

“Heck yeah!!!”

“This trio is hilarious !!”

“So fun to see them all back together.”

“Wow Reba Barbra Jean and Brock back together again.”

“YAY!!!! I’ve been hoping for this reunion!”

“These reunions are the best thing ever!”

“Love these mini reunions!!!!!”

You can catch Christopher Rich on Happy’s Place on Friday, February 21 at 8/7c on NBC. The episode will also be available to stream on NBC’s streaming service, Peacock.

Watch the video below to hear Rich speak more about his acting return and reuniting with McEntire and Peterman on Happy’s Place.

‘Happy’s Place’: Emma Kenney on Jumping From ‘The Conners’ to Play Reba’s Daughter Gracie (Exclusive)

‘Happy’s Place’: Emma Kenney on Jumping From ‘The Conners’ to Play Reba’s Daughter

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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for Happy’s Place, Season 1 Episode 10, “The Macallister Girls.”]

Happy’s Place made way for the introduction of another member of Bobbie’s (Reba McEntire) family as her daughter Gracie (Emma Kenney) returned home for a visit.

A member of the military, Gracie had been stationed at a base in Qatar and made the long journey home to reunite with Bobbie, Abby (Melissa Peterman), and more, but not necessarily the new aunt she never saw coming, Isabella (Belissa Escobedo). Upon her arrival, Gracie is pressured to connect with Isabella who couldn’t be anymore different from her in personality, at least when Bobbie is putting the pressure on them.

Eager to try and make it work, the self-professed psychology expert Isabella finds an in with Gracie when they relate over having overbearing moms. While this revelation doesn’t please Bobbie, it brings Gracie and Isabella closer together and forces Bobbie and Gracie to confront the grief that tore their family apart.

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As Gracie admits in the episode, her father’s death was one of the things that drove her away from home, and Bobbie finally gets some closure over that idea, allowing the mother and daughter to reconnect in a way they hadn’t in a long time. Overall, it’s a very touching and uniting episode filled with hope for the future. Below, Kenney opens up about Gracie’s introduction, hopes for her return, reveals what it was like following in the footsteps of her former Shameless castmate on the NBC comedy, and the experience of taking on a multi-camera comedy other than ABC‘s The Conners.

What was it like stepping onto the Happy’s Place stage though?

Emma Kenney: Stepping onto the Happy’s Place set at Universal was so welcoming. Everybody was so kind and wanted to make sure I was comfortable and felt I had everything I needed, and I was really lucky for that. I’m not used to going to a set as the newbie coming onto an already established cast. So I was a little nervous going into it, but as soon as I met everyone, my nerves were really made at ease.

Your Shameless costar Steve Howey already guest-starred this season. Did you get to connect before your arrival as Gracie?

Yeah, we did. I love Steve. We keep in touch frequently. He just told me how wonderful the cast was and how much fun he had on that set. He has known Reba for years and has always spoken so highly of her. So I definitely knew I was going into a safe space, but once I actually stepped foot there, I was like, “Okay, this is a really warm, good environment. I feel very comfortable and happy here.” No pun intended.

Would you like to reconnect with him on this show by guesting at the same time?

Of course. I mean, I love Steve. I love him on and off camera. He’s so much fun to work with and hang out with in general, especially on set. So yeah, that’d be a dream. I would love it.

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Bobbie really wants her daughter to get along with Isabella, but the niece and aunt have a tough time connecting. What was it like finding common ground in Isabella and Gracie’s dynamic with Belissa Escobedo?

I definitely felt there was a big character growth in this one episode. When I read the script, I could see it, but I wanted to make sure it was received. Gracie starts at one note, her relationship with each character kind of evolves a bit, specifically with Reba and Belissa’s characters, and I wanted to make sure that you could see some heart in her and see the growth, which I had a really good time creating with Reba and Belissa.

Considering Gracie’s role as Bobbie’s daughter, did you approach the character with the idea that you might return down the line? Would you like to?

Yeah, definitely. We wanted to establish the energy between my character Gracie and everybody in Happy’s Place. So I wanted to make sure that was very much in the forefront of my mind and her toughness contrasts with her moments of vulnerability, which I feel makes her relatable and a multidimensional character.

Bobbie and Gracie address the hurdles between them by facing their shared grief over the loss of a husband and father. Would you like to explore that story more onscreen? Perhaps there’s room for a flashback episode to introduce their family patriarch?

That would be a great idea and would bring a lot of explanation to who Gracie is and who Bobbie is now as well. [That] scene I felt was so beautiful on camera with Reba and an emotional one. It was one of the first scenes I shot that week with her, and it was rewarding. And I felt starting with that scene gave me a stronger point of view on my character, especially after doing it with Reba versus just preparing it on paper with my acting coach.

You star in The Conners, how did your experience on this multi-camera comedy differ from that?

Yeah, I definitely understand the multi-camera world pretty well. But I learned a lot from each performer and how warm the environment was, and we do our live shows on different nights, which also I thought was interesting to see the difference doing a show on a Tuesday versus a Friday.

Happy’s Place, Fridays, 8/7c, NBC

Christopher Rich’s REVELATION about Reba McEntire’s Boyfriend Rex Linn fans into a FRENZY

Alum Christopher Rich Reveals Reba McEntire’s Boyfriend Rex Linn Is One of His ‘Besties’ (Exclusive)

Rich recently made his return to TV on McEntire’s NBC comedy ‘Happy’s Place’ eight years after having stroke

From left: Reba McEntire, Christopher Rich and Rex Linn. Photo:Chris Rich/instagram

Christopher Rich is proud to call Rex Linn his “bestie.”

Ahead of his Friday, Feb. 21 guest appearance on Reba McEntire’s NBC comedy Happy’s Place —where the Reba alum reunited with his former costars McEntire, 69, and Melissa Peterman — the veteran actor spoke with PEOPLE about just how close the cast of The WB series remains. According to Rich, 71, that closeness even extends to the cast’s significant others.

While sharing that he thinks of McEntire as a “sister,” he also revealed that he’s close to her boyfriend and Happy’s Place costar, Linn.

“Her present boyfriend, Rex Linn, is one of my besties,” he tells PEOPLE, adding that the chance to hang out on set with not only McEntire and Peterman but also Linn was a joy.

Rich says, “It’s glorious to me where life has brought us all to be honest. It’s really fabulous. I’m so happy that she’s happy, and she’s happy that we got to spend time together. And Rex is happy and I’m happy for Rex … it’s just a joyous time.”

From left: Reba McEntire, Christopher Rich and Rex Linn.Chris Rich/instagram

Linn, 68, and McEntire met on the set of Kenny Rogers’ film The Gambler in 1991, but the two didn’t begin dating until they reconnected in 2020. According to McEntire, the pair hit it off when the country star was eager to order tater tots at a wine bar during a group outing.

During a March 2023 appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, McEntire shared that her fondness for tots earned her a new nickname — and kicked off her relationship with the CSI: Miami alum. “Rex said, ‘That’s your nickname from here on out — Tater Tot,’” she explained, before adding that she calls Linn by the nickname “Sugar Tot.”

McEntire continued: “We’re the tots — sugar and tater. We’ve been together ever since. He’s a sweetheart.”

The cast of Reba in 2001.Alamy Stock Photo

Thanks to his relationship with McEntire, Linn is now a member of the extended Reba family, an honor that he shares with Rich’s wife, Eva Halina Rich, and JoAnna Garcia Swisher’s husband, Nick Swisher.

Rich tells PEOPLE that he thinks of Garcia Swisher, who played his TV daughter Cheyenne on Reba, as one of his own daughters offscreen as well.

“JoAnna Garcia is like a daughter to me for real,” he says. “I married JoAnna and her husband, Nick Swisher, I was the officiant.”

Spoken like a true (TV) dad, Rich adds, “They are like my kids. I love them so much.”

Happy’s Place airs Fridays at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and can be streamed on Peacock the next day. Additionally, Reba can be streamed in full on Netflix.

Reba McEntire fans teary-eyed over personal update about boyfriend Rex Linn

Reba McEntire fans grew emotional as the country singer shared a personal update about her relationship with her longtime boyfriend actor Rex Linn

Country star Reba McEntire shared a personal update about her relationship with husband Rex Linn (
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Reba McEntire fans grew teary-eyed as the country legend shared an exciting relationship milestone with her longtime boyfriend Rex Linn.

Reba and Rex have been an inspiration to many as they proved that it’s never too late to find your better half. This week fans grew emotional as the 69-year-old singer shared that she and her partner, who she met on set of her sitcom Happy Place, are celebrating their five-year anniversary.

The I’m a Survivor hitmaker shared the exciting milestone with a new loved-up post with her beau. In the Instagram post, the two lovebirds were all smiles as they were seen cuddled up and sporting matching grey sweaters as they enjoyed romantic dinner together. Reba captioned her post: “Celebrating five years of tater tots this week! #thetots #anniversary.”

In the caption, Reba was referencing the pairs’ sweet nicknames they gave each other on their very first date. In an interview on The Jennifer Hudson Show, she shared: “We all went to dinner, had a good time, went down the street to a wine bar, and they said, ‘Well, I understand you’ve already had dinner, but we do have some good appetizers. I said, ‘What do you have?’ They said, ‘Well, we have tater tots.’ I went, [raises hand], and so Rex said, ‘That’s your nickname from here on out — Tater Tot.’”

Reba McEntire announced that she and Rex Linn are celebrating their five-year anniversary ( 
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Linn and Reba fell in love after the country star went through two divorces ( 
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Under Reba’s wholesome post, fans took to the comments showering the couple in love and sharing how much Reba has been an inspiration for them to give love another try. This comes as Reba went through two divorces in the public eye with her previous partners – Narvel Blackstock and Charlie Battles – before finally finding the love of her life.

One fan commented: “Oh my goodness stop I’m gonna cry!!! I’m so happy you found one another and God puts everyone in our lives for a reason!!! You found your somebody! Happy Anniversary!” Another added: “You give me hope Reba! I am 60 and divorced for 20 years this year. I know the one to live out my days is out there.”

And a third wrote: “Happy Anniversary we are halfway through our 5th anniversary. We are in our 50’s and 60’s. It is never too late to live happily ever after.” While someone else noted: “I love how you both matched clothing in both pictures! Y’all look so happy together. Congrats.”