About the song
Before he became a beloved actor and the current partner of country music legend Reba McEntire, Rex Linn lived a life that few fans truly know about. While most people recognize him from his tough and charismatic roles in shows like CSI: Miami, Rex’s early career path was surprisingly different and deeply challenging.
In the late 1970s and early 1980s, Rex worked in the banking industry — a world far removed from the glamour of Hollywood. Many close to him describe this period as one of intense pressure and emotional exhaustion. Banking, with its endless numbers, strict deadlines, and constant performance metrics, slowly drained his energy and spirit. For a young man with creative dreams and a lively personality, the corporate environment felt stifling.
According to friends, Rex often came home feeling completely worn out, sometimes even questioning his direction in life. Some even believe he was on the verge of depression, overwhelmed by the unrelenting demands of the job. While he never publicly labeled it as depression, his close circle noticed a deep sadness and a growing dissatisfaction that pushed him to re-evaluate his future.
It was during this difficult time that Rex realized he needed to follow his true passion: acting. This decision was not easy; leaving a stable job to chase a highly uncertain career in entertainment required remarkable courage. However, that brave leap of faith transformed his life completely. The man who once felt trapped in a gray office now found himself alive and inspired on film sets, finally free to express his natural charisma.
Today, looking back at that stressful banking period, Rex often shares that it was a necessary chapter — a painful but valuable lesson that helped him discover his true self. It is this journey from exhaustion to fulfillment that makes his story so inspiring.
For Reba McEntire’s fans, learning about this hidden chapter reveals a more vulnerable, human side of Rex Linn, making their love story even more meaningful and real.
