Time flies. It really does. One minute you're watching a young woman with a massive mane of red hair singing about Oklahoma on a grainy TV screen, and the next, she’s the "Queen of Country" holding court on The Voice. If you’ve found yourself wondering lately how old is Reba McEntire, you aren't alone.
Honestly, the woman seems to have found a literal fountain of youth somewhere in Nashville. Or maybe it’s just that trademark McEntire grit. Whatever it is, as of right now in January 2026, Reba McEntire is 70 years old.
She hit that big milestone back on March 28, 2025.
Seventy. Let that sink in for a second. While most people are eyeing a rocking chair and a quiet retirement by that age, Reba is basically doing the opposite. She is currently juggling a hit sitcom, a coaching chair on The Voice, and a massive album anniversary that’s got fans buzzing. She isn't just "still around"; she is dominating.
Why Reba’s age is just a number in 2026
It’s kinda wild to think about the timeline. Reba Nell McEntire was born in 1955. That means she has lived through the transition from vinyl to 8-track, to cassette, to CD, to streaming—and now she’s back to selling vinyl again.
There’s a lot of noise online about how she stays so energetic. Is it the water? The Oklahoma air? Most experts who have followed her career, like the folks over at People or AARP, point to her lifestyle. She’s famously anti-Botox. In past interviews, she’s been pretty vocal about not wanting to put "botulism" in her body. Instead, she’s a huge fan of hydration and a very specific moisturizer—Watercress Hydration Cascade.
But it’s more than just skincare.
She’s happy. That sounds like a cliché, but if you’ve seen her lately with her fiancé Rex Linn, you can see it. They’ve been together since 2020, and their "coffee and hummingbirds" morning routine is basically relationship goals for the over-60 crowd. Rex actually joked recently that Reba only has about 13 free days in all of 2026 because her schedule is so packed.
What is she doing right now?
If you’re wondering what a 70-year-old country legend does with her time, the answer is: everything.
- Happy's Place: This is her big sitcom return on NBC. It’s got that same "camaraderie" vibe that her original show Reba had. She’s working alongside Rex Linn, and the chemistry is obvious.
- The Voice: She’s still a staple in the coach's chair for Season 28. It’s funny watching her out-maneuver coaches half her age.
- Starting Over (30th Anniversary): This is a big one for the fans. On January 23, 2026, she is releasing a special edition of her 1995 album Starting Over. It’s got bonus tracks like "Heat Wave" and is finally coming out on vinyl.
Think about that. She is celebrating the 30th anniversary of an album she released when she was 40. Most artists don’t even have a 30-year career, let alone a 30-year-old album that people are still desperate to buy.
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The McEntire Timeline
Born: March 28, 1955.
First Record Deal: 1975 (A 50th anniversary she just celebrated!).
Breakout Year: 1984 with My Kind of Country.
Current Age (2026): 70.
Dealing with the "Old" Label
Reba has admitted that aging in the spotlight is different now. Back in the day, icons like Loretta Lynn or Tammy Wynette were "the seniors" when Reba was the "first grader." Now, she’s the one in the senior spot, but she told People she still feels about 35 or 40 in her head.
She does have to work at it, though.
She’s talked about how she can’t just drop ten pounds in a week by cutting out bread like she used to. "Gravity," she calls it. She also has to be incredibly careful with her voice. Laryngitis and strep are the enemies of a touring artist at any age, but at 70, the recovery takes a bit more intention. She drinks massive amounts of water and treats her vocal cords like the high-precision instruments they are.
What we can learn from her
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just someone who catches her on The Voice, Reba’s approach to her 70s is a blueprint. She doesn't hide her age, but she doesn't let it define the boundaries of her career.
She’s still taking on new movie roles. She’s still releasing music. She’s still getting engaged and planning a future.
The takeaway? Don't stop. Reba proves that "retirement age" is a suggestion, not a rule. If you want to keep up with her this year, your best bet is to catch Happy's Place on Friday nights or grab the Starting Over vinyl when it drops later this month. Keeping your mind busy and your heart involved in things you love—whether it's music or just watching hummingbirds—seems to be the real secret to staying "Reba-level" young.
Actionable Insight for Fans: If you're looking to celebrate Reba's 70th year, check out her new 30th Anniversary edition of Starting Over (releasing Jan 23, 2026). It's a great way to see the bridge between her "mid-career" success and her status today. Also, keep an eye on NBC's schedule for the latest episodes of Happy's Place to see her comedic timing remains as sharp as it was in 2001.