Reba McEntire Shocks Fans in Resurfaced Video of 'Spectacular' Performance
Reba McEntire can do it all.
In a throwback video recently posted by legendary musical theater duo Rogers and Hammerstein, the star known for her country hits, is seen belting out a song from "South Pacific" — a change of pace that wowed fans in the comments. "Twenty years ago, a one-night-only concert version of Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific was presented at @CarnegieHall, starring @Reba McEntire as Nellie Forbush!" video's caption read.
And fans couldn't help but flood the post's comments with praise for the iconic singer.
"I'm truly amazed how effortlessly she floats among The Grand Ole Opry, TV sit-coms, AND Broadway—as if each were designed for her!" one commenter wrote.
"This woman could sing a phone book!! Love you Reba," chimed another.But perhaps one of most special comments came from Melissa Peterman who starred along side the music legend in her eponymous show "Reba," who also mentioned that she was in the audience that night. "I WAS there!!!" she wrote. "It was spectacular!!!!"
The concert version of the 1949 musical also starred Alec Baldwin and Brian Stokes Mitchell. A recording of the show is available to stream on most music platforms. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬
Reba McEntire Shocks Fans in Resurfaced Video of 'Spectacular' Performance first appeared on Parade on Jun 25, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 25, 2025, where it first appeared.
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