Reba McEntire

Of all the country music superstars to emerge during the 1980s, Reba McEntire has carved out an enduring place in the pop mainstream, becoming as well known for her acting as she is for music. Her popularity grew so great, she entered the rarefied air of stars who would be identified by only their first name, joining the ranks of Dolly, Tammy, Merle, and Madonna. McEntire worked for this crossover success just as hard as she worked for her place within the country music firmament. It took her six years of touring and recording before she scored her first number one hit with 19...