Country music superstar Reba McEntire found herself in a live television mix-up that required immediate clarification during a recent appearance on NBC's Today show. The singer was forced to swiftly correct presenter Savannah Guthrie after she mistakenly referred to McEntire's fiancé, Rex Linn, as her husband.
A Live-On-Air Slip-Up
The amusing incident unfolded as Guthrie, discussing how the couple met, inadvertently used the wrong title. "You also met your husband there. So Rex, good ole Rex-" Guthrie began, before being promptly interrupted. McEntire, keen to set the record straight, lifted a finger to stop the presenter mid-sentence, citing the potential for a family uproar.
Preventing a 'Conniption Fit'
"Now, wait a minute," Reba interjected with a smile. "Before everybody has a conniption fit at home, we’re just engaged." The singer humorously highlighted the importance of the distinction, imagining her family's shocked reaction. "My family will go, 'Wait, you didn’t tell us?!'" she added, underscoring that a secret wedding was certainly not the case.
The couple, who have been together for several years, announced their engagement nearly a year ago. This light-hearted moment on one of America's most-watched morning shows provided a candid glimpse into their relationship and McEntire's quick-witted personality, ensuring no false rumours about a secret marriage were set in motion.
