For decades, Reba McEntire and Melissa Peterman have shared more than just screen time—they’ve shared laughs, life stories, and a friendship fans absolutely adore. From their days on the beloved sitcom Reba to their recent reunion on NBC’s Happy’s Place, the duo has proven that their chemistry is pure magic.
Now, Peterman is dreaming even bigger.
In a recent chat with NBC Insider, the Minnesota-born actress revealed a playful idea: a travel show starring herself, Reba McEntire, and McEntire’s soon-to-be husband, actor Rex Linn. Picture it: a globe-trotting adventure filled with laughter, margaritas, and spontaneous mischief.
“I want to do a travel show with her,” Peterman said, clearly excited about the concept.
The idea grew naturally from years of traveling together during breaks from filming and touring. Those trips, she explained, are packed with genuine joy and hilarious moments—perfect material for television.
If the series ever comes to life, Peterman is happy to play the lovable “third wheel.”
“I think she and Rex would be great at it,” Peterman said. “He’s the kind of guy who wakes up excited about whatever the day brings. I’d absolutely love to be the third wheel—it would be so fun.”
The concept sounds like reality TV gold: Reba McEntire, one of country music’s most beloved stars, exploring new destinations with her fiancé and longtime best friend, all while letting cameras capture their spontaneous adventures.
While the show isn’t officially in development, Peterman insists the trio already travels like pros.
“We travel really well together,” she shared. “We laugh a lot, play games, eat a lot—it’s just so easy traveling with her.”
And despite McEntire’s superstar status, there’s no Hollywood fuss.
“There’s no entourage,” Peterman said. “She’s very easygoing.” Their trips often turn into relaxed, laughter-filled nights—sweatpants, no makeup, a margarita in hand, and a competitive board game in progress.
“Usually there’s a margarita, we’re playing some ridiculous game, and laughing until we can’t breathe,” Peterman recalled. “Those are my favorite moments.”
Fans already know their chemistry is electric. Reba became a cult favorite, and their reunion on Happy’s Place has only rekindled viewers’ love for their dynamic. A travel show would take that partnership to a whole new level—letting audiences see the real-life friendship behind the laughs.
Imagine McEntire, Peterman, and Linn hopping trains, exploring cities, discovering local cuisine, and getting into playful trouble along the way.
For now, it’s still a dream—but if it ever happens, fans would happily follow these three across the globe.
Until then, viewers can catch Peterman and McEntire’s on-screen magic every Friday night on Happy’s Place, airing on NBC and streaming the next day on Peacock. And if the travel show comes to life? It might just be the most entertaining road trip on television.