A closer look at the biggest achievements of Reba McEntire. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Reba McEntire, often called "The Queen of Country," is a highly successful American country singer, actress, and businesswoman. She has sold over 75 million records globally and charted over 100 singles on Billboard's Hot Country Songs, with 25 reaching number one. Beyond music, McEntire has acted in film and television, most notably starring in the series *Reba* for six seasons. She has also ventured into entrepreneurship, owning businesses like a restaurant and a clothing line, demonstrating a diverse and enduring career.
In 1983, Reba McEntire's single "Can't Even Get the Blues" reached the number-one spot on the Billboard country chart. The album "Unlimited" was released that year as well.
In 1984, Reba McEntire signed with MCA Records and released her seventh studio album, "Just a Little Love". She also won the Female Vocalist of the Year accolade from the Country Music Association.
In 1984, Reba McEntire signed with MCA Records. In the same year, she released the album "My Kind of Country", which became her breakout release.
In 1985, Reba McEntire's album 'Have I Got a Deal for You' was released, following a traditional country format and produced by Jimmy Bowen, with McEntire co-producing. The album's title track, along with "Only in My Mind," reached the Billboard country top 10. On October 19, 1985, she performed the National Anthem at game one of the 1985 World Series.
In February 1986, Reba McEntire released her ninth studio album, 'Whoever's in New England'. The album mixed traditional country with a modern sound. The title track peaked at number one on the Billboard country chart and won McEntire the Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance. The album became her first to top the Billboard Country Albums survey.
In 1987, Reba McEntire won her first Grammy Award.
In 1991, Reba McEntire experienced the tragic loss of eight band members in a plane crash. This event led to the creation of her critically acclaimed and highest-selling album, "For My Broken Heart".
In 1994, Reba McEntire won another Grammy Award.
In 2011, the Country Music Association announced Reba McEntire's induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame; the official ceremony was attended later that year.
In 2013, Miranda Lambert tied Reba McEntire for the most consecutive wins for the Academy of Country Music's Top Female Vocalist Award, with four wins in a row.
In 2016, Carrie Underwood joined Reba McEntire and Miranda Lambert in the elite club of winning the Academy of Country Music's Top Female Vocalist Award four years in a row.
In December 2018, Reba McEntire was honored with the Kennedy Center Honor for her contributions to the arts.
In 2018, Reba McEntire received the Horatio Alger Award for Education and Charity Work, recognizing her perseverance and contributions.
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