Happy’s Place Cast SINGS Reba McEntire Hits as They Interview Each Other.

Spilling the “ET”: Reba McEntire and the Cast of Happy’s Place Get Real

If you’re looking for a mix of country music royalty, sitcom nostalgia, and genuine backstage chemistry, look no further than the set of NBC’s Happy’s Place. In a recent “Spill the ET” sit-down, Reba McEntire joined co-stars Belissa Escobedo and Melissa Peterman to dish on everything from karaoke favorites to wedding rumors and the guest stars shaking up Season 2.

Karaoke Classics and “Treadmill” Anthems

The conversation kicked off with a challenge: which Reba song is the ultimate go-to? While Melissa Peterman opted for the intense storytelling of “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia,” Belissa Escobedo leaned toward the iconic “Fancy.” Interestingly, Reba herself admitted to a love-hate relationship with some of her own tracks. Regarding the fan-favorite “One Promise Too Late,” she confessed:

“I had a hard time memorizing the lines… I don’t know why, but that’s [my partner] Rex’s favorite song.”

Working with Rex Linn: Love on and off the Screen

Reba’s real-life partner, Rex Linn, plays her onscreen boyfriend in the series. When asked how they balance a professional set with a personal life, Reba credited their shared love for the craft—though she playfully labeled Rex a “taskmaster.”

“He loves to rehearse more than I do,” Reba laughed. “He gets me in there, and I’ve known my lines better this season working with him than any other time.”

As for those wedding bells? Reba kept it “non-traditional,” teasing that while the couple talks about marriage, work often takes the front seat. “If it comes up and it’s work, the wedding is pushed. Work comes first.”

The “Happy’s Place” Dream Cast

The trio didn’t hold back when imagining the future of the show or a potential Reba biopic:

The Biopic: When asked who should play her, Reba immediately suggested Emma Stone, a choice met with enthusiastic “Pink Pony Girl” cheers from her co-stars.

The “Baby Daddy”: Melissa Peterman hilariously revealed her “dream donor” for her character would be Jon Hamm, citing his “strong constitution” rather than just his leading-man looks.

The Bar Manager: If the cast had to run a real-life bar, the consensus was that Rex Linn would be the best host. “He’s a great host… people walk in and feel like, ‘What can I get you?'”

Season 2 Surprises

To wrap up, the cast teased a whirlwind of guest stars for the remainder of the season, including:

Cheri Oteri

Christopher Lloyd

Joanna Garcia Swisher

Kevin Costner (As recently rumored and buzzing through the industry)

With hints of a burgeoning romance between characters Bobbie and Emmett, and more “huge” unannounced stars on the way, Happy’s Place is proving to be the Friday night destination for fans of heartfelt comedy.