There's only been one season of Happy's Place so far, and we've already seen some cameos from the Reba cast. With the second season currently being filmed, could we expect even more familiar faces to pop up in the NBC comedy?
Melissa Peterman, who plays Gabby in Happy's Place and portrayed Barbra Jean Hart in Reba, previously stated in an interview that she expects more "blast from the pasts." However, this wasn't confirmation that any specific former Reba cast members will appear. It was just a hint that fans might see more nostalgic surprises in the upcoming season. The show’s producers haven’t revealed any plans for additional guest stars, so fans will have to wait and see who might make an appearance.
However, there's one beloved Reba cast member that many are hoping will make a cameo. It's none other than JoAnna Garcia Swisher, who portrayed Cheyenne Hart in the hit comedy sitcom. Back in May 2025, Happy's Place star Reba McEntire stated in an interview with Us Weekly that she had talked to Swisher, and she told her that she would "definitely" appear in the NBC series. However, McEntire didn't state if that meant she would be in the second season. It appears that it was more of a general promise or intention rather than a confirmed plan.
Now we know for sure that it is the case. In a recent interview with Parade, Swisher revealed that she has not yet been asked to appear on Happy’s Place, but emphasized that she would be thrilled to do so and would “move mountains” to make it happen if the opportunity arose. However, she also acknowledged that even though she’s willing, any cameo would need to fit naturally within the show’s plot.
"No doubt. If they were to ask me to do it, I would 100 percent be there and I would move mountains to do it."
Hopefully, the Happy's Place crew finds a way to include Swisher in the upcoming second season. I personally don't care what character she plays. Just seeing her back alongside McEntire would be enough to make the season feel extra special.
McEntire starred in Reba as Reba Hart. Besides her and Peterman, the only other former Reba cast members to appear in Happy's Place so far are Steve Howey and Christopher Rich. While it would be great if Swisher could make a cameo appearance, it would also be nice if Scarlett Pomers made a cameo in the comedy sitcom. Pomers portrayed Kyra Hart in Reba, Reba's daughter and Cheyenne's younger sister. However, we can only hope!
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