Why did Rex Linn's proposal to Reba McEntire fail in South Africa?

Rex Linn's proposal plans in South Africa were thwarted because the chosen spot was an active migratory path for male leopards, posing a potential safety risk.

Where did Rex Linn propose to Reba McEntire?

Rex Linn proposed to Reba McEntire on December 24, 2024, during a walk by a creek on her Tennessee ranch.

When did Reba McEntire and Rex Linn first meet?

Reba McEntire and Rex Linn first met in 1991 on the set of 'The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw'.

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Rex Linn's Leopard Scare Foiled Reba Proposal

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Summary

Rex Linn's proposal to Reba McEntire was planned during a South African safari.
A guide warned Linn against proposing due to a leopard migratory path.
Linn ultimately proposed on Christmas Eve on McEntire's Tennessee ranch.

Rex Linn's Leopard Scare Foiled Reba Proposal

Rex Linn recently shared details about his near-proposal to Reba McEntire during a 2024 safari in South Africa, which was unexpectedly halted. Linn and their guide had scouted a scenic spot, but the guide cautioned against it due to it being an "evening migratory walkway for male leopards." This wildlife encounter led Linn to abandon that specific location.

Despite the safari setback, Linn successfully proposed to McEntire on December 24, 2024. The proposal took place during a relaxed walk by a creek on her Tennessee ranch. McEntire recalled Linn asking, "Would you marry me? I want to cross the finish line with you," to which she happily accepted.

The country superstar expressed immense joy in her current relationship, stating she feels like a teenager again and is happier than ever at 70 years old. The couple, who met in 1991 and began dating in 2020, plan to make South Africa, a place they both adore, their honeymoon destination.