Country music legend Reba McEntire has plenty of reasons to celebrate this year. Her son, Shelby Blackstock, recently shared some life-changing news that has fans and family overjoyed. Through a series of heartwarming photos, the world learned that a new generation is joining the Blackstock family. As Shelby and his wife, Marissa Blackstock, prepare for their biggest adventure yet, McEntire is getting ready to step into a brand-new role: grandma.
Reba McEntire to become grandma as son Shelby Blackstock is expecting baby no. 1
The big announcement came through a beautiful and festive Instagram post tagged at Disney World. Shelby Blackstock and his wife, Marissa Blackstock, chose “the happiest place on earth” to share their joy. In the first photo, the couple is seen sharing a sweet kiss in front of the iconic Cinderella Castle. They are holding up a tiny white baby onesie featuring a sleeping Mickey Mouse, a clear sign that a little “mouseketeer” is on the way.
The couple didn’t stop at just one photo. They shared a gallery of images that captured the magic of the moment. One close-up shot shows a professional ultrasound of “Baby Blackstock,” alongside a custom cake decorated with blue Mickey Mouse ears. The cake features the words “Oh Boy!”, confirming that Reba McEntire will be welcoming a grandson. Another fun photo shows a pair of classic Mickey ears embroidered with “Baby Blackstock October 2026,” giving fans a clear timeline for the baby’s arrival.
Marissa looked radiant in a blue and yellow floral puff-sleeve dress, perfectly matching the sunny Disney backdrop. Shelby kept it classic in a white button-down and light blue shorts. Both wore “First Time Parents” buttons, showing off their excitement.
The caption was simple and full of love: “Oh, BOY! We’re beyond excited to FINALLY announce our little man is coming in October.” This will be the first child for the couple, who married in a fairy-tale ceremony at Walt Disney World in 2022. For McEntire, this news is the ultimate fancy surprise, and there is no doubt she will be an incredible grandmother to her first grandchild.
Originally reported by Samridhi Goel on Momtastic.
