Sophia Michaels
Reba McEntire, known for her love of wigs, has often covered her beautiful natural hair with various stylish alternatives. However, what started as a lighthearted tribute to her beauty sparked criticism when the “Dear Rodeo” artist seemed to overlook an important day for many—the Election Day. Typically, special days like “Talk Like a Pirate Day” or “Pi Day” don’t clash with significant events; but when they do, public figures usually prioritize the more crucial occasion.
On this occasion, McEntire chose to prioritize National Redhead Day over the election. She took to Instagram to showcase her gorgeous hair instead of engaging in political discussions, which led to some backlash from followers who felt she should have focused on the nation’s issues instead of her hairstyle.
Reba McEntire faces backlash over showing off her hair
In her Instagram post, Reba expressed her love for being a redhead by saying, “Long or short, either way I love being a redhead! #NationalRedheadDay.” Her affection for her auburn hair is well-known, and she even released a song called “Redhead,” celebrating it, featuring the lyrics, “They raised a little hell when they raised a little redhead.” While many fans supported her, others criticized her timing, suggesting she should have shown concern for the election instead.
Responses in the comments ranged from “Read the room, Reba” to “Today is Election Day! We got better things to discuss.” Though many enjoyed her post, others firmly suggested, “Ma’am … not today.” However, it’s understandable that people seek distractions in challenging times, and it is refreshing to see Reba embrace her natural hair.
