Even country stars get starstruck sometimes! On a recent episode of Taste of Country Nights, Ella Langley, known for her hit “Weren’t For The Wind,” opened up about the unforgettable moment she met the legendary Reba McEntire backstage at the ACMs. Her team had given her a heads-up: “Prepare yourself. It’s Reba,” they warned.
But no amount of preparation could stop Ella from freezing when the moment came. “I couldn’t move,” she admitted. As Reba walked past, Ella almost let the chance slip by—until she found the courage to call out, “Reba, Reba—uh, Miss Reba!”
To her surprise, Reba recognized her right away. “She knew who I was before I could even introduce myself,” Ella recalled, still amazed. Caught off guard, all Ella could say was a heartfelt “I love you, I love you.” It was a sweet, genuine moment she won’t forget.
Before they even met, Reba had already shown her support. During a concert, she surprised Ella and Riley Green with a special video message announcing their win for Visual Media of the Year at the ACMs. “Congrats to Ella and Riley!” Reba cheered.
Ella went on to take home five ACM awards that night—more than any other artist—while Reba hosted the event, continuing her long tradition as one of country music’s most beloved figures.
It’s moments like these that remind us even stars admire their heroes—and sometimes get a little starstruck too!
