Christopher Rich Reunites With Reba McEntire On ‘Happy’s Place’

Christopher Rich, the veteran actor best known for his role as Brock Hart on the hit show Reba, is making his return to television in a special way. After a difficult recovery from a stroke he suffered in 2018, Rich is reuniting with his former Reba co-stars, Reba McEntire and Melissa Peterman, on McEntire’s new show, Happy’s Place. His appearance marks his return to TV after an eight-year break and serves as a heartwarming moment for both Rich and his fans.

The February 21 Episode Of Happy’s Place

In the February 21 episode of Happy’s Place, Rich plays Maverick, a tattoo artist and stroke survivor who enjoys teasing his clients about which hand he will use for their tattoos—his left hand, which was damaged by the stroke, or his right. The character was specifically written with Rich in mind, reflecting his own experiences as a stroke survivor. Rich, who faced extensive rehabilitation after his stroke, admits that he was nervous about returning to TV. He wasn’t sure if he could perform at the same level as before, but his fears turned out to be unfounded.

Rich shared that working with old friends like Reba and Melissa helped him overcome his anxieties. “I didn’t know if I would still have the skill set that I had before I got sick,” he says. But his co-stars reassured him, saying, “You’re not going to have any problems.” Hearing the laughter and applause from the live studio audience again was an experience Rich described as “magnificent.”

Christopher Rich’s Meaningful Character

The opportunity to portray a disabled person on screen also made the experience even more meaningful for Rich. He explained that playing Maverick, a character who lives with a stroke, allowed him to show that people with disabilities can do things just like anyone else. It was a powerful moment for Rich. Who had spent years recovering and working hard to regain his strength after his stroke.

Filming Happy’s Place with McEntire and Peterman felt like a reunion of family for Rich. He fondly recalled working with the two actresses on Reba, where he played McEntire’s ex-husband and Peterman’s husband. “It’s like working with family,” Rich said of McEntire. “I don’t know how to explain it any better than that, but it really is like going to work with my sister.”

Rich also expressed his gratitude for the chance to return to the spotlight, especially alongside his longtime friends. He described the experience as “pure joy,” saying that working with McEntire and Peterman made it all the more special. Fans of Reba will surely appreciate the reunion, and Rich’s return to TV is a testament to his resilience and love for his craft. Were you excited to see Christopher back on your screen? Will his comeback last a while? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.