There’s something truly magical about the bond between Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson. If you’ve ever seen them perform together on stage, you know exactly what we’re talking about. Their chemistry is undeniable, and it’s no wonder they refer to each other as "family." But here's the juicy part—many fans have wondered if these two music legends are actually related. Spoiler alert: they are!
How Are Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson Related?
Let’s rewind for a moment. Reba McEntire, the iconic country star who turned 64 in 2023, was once married to Narvel Blackstock. Their marriage lasted for decades but ended in 2015. During that time, Reba became the stepmother to Narvel’s three children: Chassidy, Shawna, and Brandon Blackstock. Fast forward to 2013, when Brandon married none other than Kelly Clarkson, linking these two powerhouse singers through family ties. That’s right—Reba McEntire is officially Kelly Clarkson’s mother-in-law. Talk about a dream family reunion!
The Heartwarming Friendship Between Reba and Kelly
When it comes to family, Reba McEntire doesn’t hold back. She absolutely adores her daughter-in-law, Kelly Clarkson, and isn’t shy about expressing it. In a heartwarming interview with Closer Weekly, Reba gushed about Kelly, saying, “She’s a great gal, big-hearted, and with Kelly, what you see is what you get!” She went on to explain, “I love her to pieces. She’s been one of my best friends since I met her in 2002.” That’s over two decades of friendship, folks. Now that’s what we call a lasting connection!
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While Reba admits that she and Kelly don’t get to spend as much time together these days as they used to, their bond remains strong. In a recent interview with Us Weekly, Reba emphasized that they’re still very much family. To prove it, they even performed together when Kelly invited Reba to join her on stage at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on March 29. That’s the kind of family connection that no amount of busy schedules can break!
Reba and Kelly's Special Performance
When Kelly introduced Reba during her Nashville concert, she couldn’t contain her excitement. “I’ve been super, super excited about this particular ‘A Minute and a Glass of Wine,’” Kelly told the audience. “Literally, I’ve been waiting for weeks to do this. I’m super excited for my guest … I asked this person because this person has been such an influence, not just musically but personally. It’s a really rare thing to meet your hero and they live up to it. We put this together because I’m a true fan so I’m making this person sing way more songs than they probably thought they would have to.”
Of course, fans are now wondering if we’ll see more collaborations from this dynamic duo. When asked about future music projects, Reba told Us Weekly, “We don’t have anything planned right now. She’s got her boat loaded!” Translation: Kelly’s plate is full, but who knows? Maybe we’ll see them team up again soon!
In the meantime, we can’t wait to see Reba and Kelly share the spotlight once more, whether it’s on the ACM Awards red carpet or somewhere else entirely. Keep smiling for the cameras, ladies—we’re all rooting for you!
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