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

she faced. Her career began slowly, and success arrived only after years of persistence.

She endured the loss of band members in a plane crash, mourned both parents, and temporarily questioned whether she still wanted to sing.

Through each challenge, Reba returned to the lessons of her Oklahoma childhood: work hard, remain determined, value family, and continue reading …