Honoring the Memory of Reba McEntire’s Beloved Band Members Who Have Left Us
Vince Gill, Dolly Parton, and other close friends provided Reba McEntire with unwavering support during this difficult time. These generous people allowed their bands to complete the tour in the wake of the tragedy. However, Reba graciously declined their kind offers.
Rather, she began a personal recovery process and poured her heart and soul into her subsequent album, “For My Broken Heart.”. The album was a heartfelt tribute to the bandmates she had lost, expressing her unwavering love and honoring their memory.
It’s interesting to note that “For My Broken Heart” achieved great success, debuting at No. Selling an astounding four million copies, the album debuted at No. 1 on the prestigious Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
On the somber anniversary of the tragic event each year, Reba McEntire honors those who passed away. To ensure that their memory endures, she uses social media. When the crash’s anniversary came around in 2014, she made a moving memorial for her massive Instagram following.
Then, in 2016, on the depressing 25th anniversary of the tragedy, Reba embarked on a tragic remembrance journey to San Diego, a city that would always hold a special place in her heart. She graciously provided her devoted followers with a window into her recovery by sharing this historic journey with them via various social media platforms.
In a touching letter she wrote, Reba noted: “Today marks the 25th anniversary of the plane crash. In November, I flew to the scene of the tragic collision after arriving back in San Diego. I couldn’t help but feel that those who have passed on are aware of how much we miss them. I am sending out a flood of condolences and prayers to all the friends and families impacted by this tragedy. “.
