Have you ever met someone who turned your whole life around? Actress JoAnna Garcia Swisher says that is exactly what Reba McEntire did for her; JoAnna starred as Reba’s daughter on the hit television show Reba. She looks up to the country music legend not just as a co-star, but as a real-life boss and a huge inspiration; her admiration for Reba is extreme and heartfelt.

JoAnna Garcia Swisher played the role of Cheyenne Hart on the popular sitcom for many years; before that job, some people in the industry told her she could only act in serious dramas. Getting the part on Reba proved those people completely wrong; it showed the world she was a gifted comedy actress, too. That role was a major turning point in her career, all thanks to the chance to work alongside a powerhouse like Reba McEntire.

JoAnna Garcia Swisher Shares How Reba McEntire Inspired Her During ‘Reba’ & Ever Since

Fans of the original show love hearing these behind-the-scenes stories; they are not surprised that Reba is such a wonderful mentor. Many people are excited to know that JoAnna will even appear on Reba’s brand new television series, making a special comeback.

That new series is called Happy’s Place and it has its own wonderful theme song sung by Reba herself; the show is about a woman named Bobbie who inherits her father’s restaurant. She then has to learn to run it with her half-sister. The cheerful theme song sets a happy and welcoming tone for the whole program; it promises a story about family, fresh starts, and, of course, a lot of funny moments.

Reba McEntire – Happy’s Place (Theme Song) (Official Audio)

These two videos connect the past to the present in a beautiful way; the first shows the lasting impact Reba had on a co-star from her classic show. The second introduces the music for her exciting new series. This creates a wonderful circle of inspiration and new beginnings for both Reba McEntire and her loyal fans.

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