Reba McEntire's Happy's Place has already become a cozy hangout for sitcom fans craving a dose of nostalgia with a fresh twist. The pilot season delivered plenty of laughs and charm, but for fans of Reba, the real treat came in the form of familiar faces returning to the screen. While Happy's Place stands firmly on its own two boots, it knows exactly when to lean into the power of a great reunion. 3c6w20

Happy's Place has marked a welcome return to comedy for sitcom star Reba McEntire. She portrays Bobbie, who inherits half of a Knoxville, Tennessee bar called Happy, founded by her father of the same name. She also gets to know her paternal half-sister, Isabella. Her Reba co-star, Melissa Peterman, is another standout as the consistently funny bartender Gabby. For Gabby, she's a woman with nonstop humor who insists on doing things her way and standing out from the crowd.

Warning: SPOILERS for Happy's Place season 1, episode 18, "Alarm Bells."Following the season 1 finale of Happy's Place, the series unfortunately still has a lot of questions unanswered that season 2 needs to address. Now that Happy's Place season 2 is confirmed, the season 1 finale really couldn't afford to end on any notes that it won't follow up on in its next outing. The show has a reputation for dropping storylines midway through, but the season's ending provides a glimpse of how some of those plot points might play out in the future.

Reba McEntire's on-screen daughter from her namesake sitcom already had the perfect role in Happy's Place, but NBC failed to seize the opportunity. Aside from being the Queen of Country Music, McEntire has also dabbled in acting, with arguably her most notable role to date being the titular character of her own sitcom, 2001's Reba. As the Hart family matriarch, Reba raised her three kids, navigated her husband's cheating and divorce, and even befriended her ex's mistress while also establishing her own career. Reba was so well-beloved, that Happy's Place just have to stage some on-screen reunions for its cast.

Warning: SPOILERS ahead for Happy's Place season 1, episode 18!Happy's Place showrunner Kevin Abbott has explained how Reba McEntire's new show redeems an element of her original that "never popped." McEntire leads the cast of Happy's Place as Bobbie, who becomes the co-owner of the sitcom's titular bar in Knoxville, Tennessee. ing her as one major character is her real-life partner Rex Linn, who portrays the bar's cook, Emmett. The season 1 finale laid the groundwork for a developing romance between the pair, with Emmett's feelings slowly peeking out during the episode, despite not being outright stated.

Country music superstar Rebe McEntire has returned to the small screen in NBC's sitcom, Happy's Place, and now the workplace comedy has scored a season 2 renewal. Created by Julie and Kevin Abbott, Happy's Place concerns Bobbie (McEntire), a woman who inherits her father's bar after his death, and must co-manage the business with her much younger half-sister, Isabella (Belissa Escobedo). Putting the singer/songwriter's powerful personality at the forefront, Happy's Place aims to recreate the success of the six-season sitcom classic, Reba, including casting McEntire's beloved former co-star Melissa Peterman.

Happy's Place showrunner Kevin Abbott confirms that season 2 will expand its cast, with certain guest stars from season 1 returning in more significant roles. The NBC sitcom follows the life of Bobbie (Reba McEntire) as she runs her late father's tavern, the titular Happy's Place. The show balances heartfelt moments with sharp humor, creating a rich environment in which the ensemble cast shines. With Happy's Place season 1 focusing on establishing the show and its characters, season 2 will bring back some key guest stars in more prominent roles.

Happy’s Place co-creator and showrunner Kevin Abbott is working on making another major Reba reunion happen. The 2001 comedy series, starring Reba McEntire as the eponymous character, aired for six seasons and follows the life of a single mother and her children in Houston. Happy’s Place sees McEntire return to broadcast sitcoms and, to the enjoyment of fans, pairs her alongside Melissa Peterman, who portrayed Barbra Jean on Reba. Since its premiere, the show has featured even more reunions, bringing back actors Steve Howey and Christopher Rich for one episode each.

Warning: Some SPOILERS lie ahead for Happy's Place season 1!Happy’s Place season 2 gets a major tease regarding the Bobbie and Emmett relationship arc. The NBC comedy focuses on Bobbie and her half-sister Isabella, portrayed by Reba McEntire and Belissa Escobedo, respectively. Having already generated a loyal fanbase, and reuniting McEntire with Reba co-star Melissa Peterman and producer Kevin Abbott, Happy’s Place was renewed for season 2 in February. During the season 1 finale, Bobbie and Emmett (Rex Linn), a cook at the eponymous bar, seemed to make progress in their relationship, but the characters haven’t actually taken the next step.

On the heels of its season 1 finale, Happy’s Place season 2 gets an encouraging filming update. The NBC comedy, created by Kevin and Julie Abbott, follows Bobbie (portrayed by Reba McEntire) and her previously unknown half-sister, Isabella, who come to inherit a bar from their late father. Along with McEntire, the cast of Happy’s Place includes Melissa Peterman, Rex Linn, Pablo Castelblanco, Tokala Black Elk, and Belissa Escobedo as Isabella. Having garnered steady viewership and largely favorable reactions, the series was renewed for season 2 in February.