Country music star Reba McEntire ended up in last place in a chili cookoff that was judged by Rex Linn. Despite being a cute couple, Reba and Rex don't go easy on each other when it comes to competitions in the kitchen.
McEntire recently took part in a Hillbilly Chili Cookoff, where Linn served as one of the judges. Despite their personal relationship, McEntire did not receive any special treatment during the judging.
Surprisingly, McEntire finished in last place. As a consolation prize, she received a trophy in the shape of a chili pepper going down a toilet.
Always a good sport, McEntire posted a video on her social media showing her participation in a cookoff competition, even though she came in last place. She accepted the outcome gracefully.
The video below gives a complete overview of what happened, along with some additional interesting details. One of the highlights was country singer Terri Clark being present and achieving second place in the event.
In a recent appearance on CBS Mornings, McEntire discussed her unsuccessful experience at a chili cookoff and acknowledged that she has a clear understanding of what went awry.
"I forgot to add any spices," she confesses. "But I added chili powder and hatch green chilis, thinking it would be enough to give it flavor. It was a recipe from Texas that I was really looking forward to trying."
Even though Linn's girlfriend, McEntire, couldn't protect her from being in last place, McEntire believes that their relationship may have helped soften the disappointment when the judges announced the results.
During the competition, Rex, one of the judges, approached me and quietly shared the news that I did not win. He expressed his apologies and when I asked him who the winner was, he confirmed that it was not me.
"Then he gave me the award, which turned out to be a chili pepper inside a toilet. So, I made a joke about it," McEntire further explained.
Setting humor aside, McEntire discussed her connection with Linn and the reasons behind its success. They have been acquainted for a long time, meeting in 1991 during the filming of The Gambler Returns starring Kenny Rogers, but their romantic relationship did not develop until they reconnected in 2020. During this period, McEntire was married to her husband Narvel Blackstock, with whom she has a son named Shelby.
During a conversation, McEntire mentioned to Rex that she wondered why they hadn't connected sooner. Rex pointed out that one reason could be because she was previously married. McEntire describes Rex as fun and energetic, while she feels she has become more relaxed. She believes they have crossed paths at the perfect moment in their lives.
Following this, McEntire will be going to Las Vegas to perform the National Anthem at the Super Bowl. Additionally, she is working on a new comedy show that will reunite her with some of the individuals who previously worked on her popular TV series, Reba.
Discover the current appearance of the cast members from the TV show Reba.
Explore additional content from Taste of Country. Find more information and stay updated by following