Reba McEntire's Happy's Place stands firmly on its own two boots, it knows exactly when to lean into the power of a great reunion.

Seeing Reba reunite with her old castmates reminds us that chemistry like theirs doesn't fade with time—it only gets better. The show manages to capture that same blend of heart and humor that made Reba's Hart family a fan favorite for six seasons. But as satisfying as it's been to see some of the gang back together, there's still one key piece missing.

Happy's Place Season 1 Delivers Some Big Reba Sitcom Reunions

Reba, Brock, Barbra Jean & Van Reunite—But One Key Cast Member Is Missing

For Reba fans, Happy's Place's cast already feels familiar. Melissa Peterman (aka the iconic Barbra Jean) is back in full force, bringing her signature comedic chaos alongside Reba McEntire's dry wit and heart. Add Christopher Rich and Steve Howey into the mix, and it's like someone cracked open a time capsule and poured 2000s sitcom magic straight into primetime.

Watching Peterman and McEntire bounce off each other again is like watching two pros ride a comedy tandem bike—wobbly, ridiculous, and somehow still heartwarming.

Rich, who played Reba's ex-husband Brock, and Howey, the lovable goofball Van, both showed up in season 1 of Happy's Place, giving longtime fans an unexpected reunion that felt more nostalgic than it had any right to be. While the tone of Happy's Place leans slightly more grounded than the slapstick-heavy Reba, the warmth and chemistry are still unmistakably intact. Watching Peterman and McEntire bounce off each other again is like watching two pros ride a comedy tandem bike—wobbly, ridiculous, and somehow still heartwarming.

Happy's Place Still Hasn't Reunited With Her Former On-Screen Daughter, JoAnna Garcia Swisher

Swisher's Return Would Complete The Heart Of The Reba Reunion

But as delightful as season 1 was, there's still one glaring omission: Reba's on-screen daughter and fan favorite, JoAnna Garcia Swisher. Her absence feels like a puzzle missing the final piece, and if season 2 really wants to complete the reunion circle, it needs to bring her in. Not only would that satisfy fans who grew up watching Cheyenne mature from a teen mom to a confident young woman, but it would also open the door to some seriously fun storytelling possibilities.

Reba and JoAnna Garcia Swisher's dynamic in Reba was one of the show's emotional anchors. Their mother-daughter dynamic mixed sass, sincerity, and sweet sentiment, giving the show its soul even in its silliest scenes. So far, Happy's Place has given viewers a Reba-Peterman reunion they didn't know they needed again, but it's JoAnna's absence that still lingers in the background like a sitcom ghost.

It's not just about checking off a reunion box—JoAnna brings a natural warmth and comedic timing that would blend perfectly with Happy's Place's tone. With Reba McEntire's character navigating new challenges and relationships in her late-in-life bar-owning venture, there's plenty of room for a new (or familiar) character to shake things up. And given JoAnna's own impressive TV résumé in the years since Reba, she'd step into this world effortlessly.

Who Can JoAnna Garcia Swisher Play In Happy's Place Season 2?

From Bar Regular to Small-Town Therapist—JoAnna Garcia Swisher Has Options

If JoAnna Garcia Swisher were to Happy's Place, she wouldn't need to reprise Cheyenne exactly, but she could play a character who brings similar energy. She could be a daughter of one of Bobbie's longtime friends who comes into town needing a fresh star. Perhaps she ends up sticking around to help out at the bar.

Or maybe she's a small-town therapist who starts holding sessions at Happy's Place as a creative community outreach gig. Her character could clash and connect with Gabby's over-the-top bartender persona while offering Bobbie a sounding board—and a subtle, sentimental parallel to their Reba mother-daughter bond.

No matter how they write her in, it's clear the door is wide open for her at Happy's Place. With Howey and Rich already dropping in, and would elevate season 2 from fun reunion territory to full-blown TV magic.

Happy's Place season 1 can be streamed on Hulu.