She grew up on a ranch, where she started working at just 5 years old — today, she is one of our most beloved singers

with professional entertainment.

In 1971, the siblings released “The Ballad of John McEntire,” a regional single honoring their grandfather and his rodeo achievements.

Although the record did not receive national distribution, it represented an important early step. Reba was beginning to move beyond school performances and local family gatherings into continue reading …