Reba McEntire's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Reba McEntire. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Reba McEntire, known as "the Queen of Country", is an American country singer and actress with over 75 million records sold. Beginning in the 1970s, she has charted over 100 singles on Billboard's Hot Country Songs, with 25 reaching number one. Beyond music, she starred in the sitcom "Reba" for six seasons. McEntire is also an entrepreneur, owning businesses such as a restaurant and a clothing line.
1984: Female Vocalist of the Year
In 1984, Reba McEntire won the Female Vocalist of the Year accolade from the Country Music Association due to the breakthrough success of the album 'My Kind of Country'.
February 1986: Release of Whoever's in New England
In February 1986, Reba McEntire's ninth studio album, 'Whoever's in New England' was released. The title track peaked at number one and won a Grammy.
1987: Grammy Award Win
In 1987, Reba McEntire won her first Grammy Award.
1991: Saturn Awards Nomination
In 1991, Reba McEntire received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the Saturn Awards for her role in Tremors.
2001: Broadway Debut in Annie Get Your Gun
In early 2001, Reba McEntire expanded into theater, starring in the Broadway revival of Annie Get Your Gun, playing Annie Oakley.
2011: Induction into Country Music Hall of Fame
In 2011, Reba McEntire was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, with Dolly Parton performing the induction.
January 2018: Grammy Award win
In January 2018, Reba McEntire won the Grammy Award for Best Roots Gospel Album, her first Grammy Award win in more than twenty years, since 1994.
July 2018: Kennedy Center Honors Announcement
In July 2018, Reba McEntire was announced as one of the honorees for the 41st annual Kennedy Center Honors.
December 2, 2018: Kennedy Center Honors Ceremony
On December 2, 2018, Reba McEntire attended the Kennedy Center Honors ceremony.
December 26, 2018: Kennedy Center Honors Broadcast
On December 26, 2018, the Kennedy Center Honors ceremony, where Reba McEntire was one of the honorees, was broadcast on CBS.
2018: Horatio Alger Award
In 2018, Reba McEntire was honored with the Horatio Alger Award for Education and Charity Work, recognizing her perseverance and giving back to the community.
2018: Kennedy Center Honors
In December 2018, Reba McEntire received the Kennedy Center Honors, recognizing her contributions to the performing arts.
