Reba McEntire Stands Against AI-Generated Images
Reba McEntire is expressing her concerns about the rising trend of AI-generated images, specifically in support of her friend, Dolly Parton. On Thursday, she took to Instagram to voice her discontent regarding a particular image that featured both of them in a rather bizarre situation.
“Dolly, please tell them,” McIntyre wrote. “That AI mess has led us to all sorts of crazy things. You’re outside looking like you’re fading away while I’m here, well, I’m having kids. I mean, we both know you’re way too young for that and I’m too old for nonsense like that.”
This comment was in reaction to an AI-generated photo depicting McIntyre, 70, and her fiancé, Rex Lynn, as they posed for what appeared to be an ultrasound shot, with Lynn holding McIntyre’s pregnant belly.
In another image circulating online, Parton was depicted lying in a hospital bed, connected to various tubes, while McIntyre was shown seated beside her, seemingly emotional.
McIntyre’s team has yet to respond to inquiries about the situation.
“You’re dying outside and I’m here having a baby. Well, we both know you’re too young and I’m too old for nonsense like that.”
— Reba McEntire
The images suggesting Parton was on her “deathbed” started making waves after she announced that her scheduled six-night performance in Las Vegas had to be pushed back from December 2025 to September 2026 due to health issues.
Addressing the rumors, Parton shared a video on Instagram, reassuring fans, “If I’m actually dying, I don’t think Reba will be on her deathbed,” and jokingly expressed a wish for McIntyre to visit her sooner.
Parton’s sister, Frida, has been vocal about her concerns for her sister’s health, urging fans to pray for her well-being. She stated on Facebook, “Many of you know she hasn’t been feeling well lately. I believe strongly in the power of prayer and have started asking people everywhere who care for her to join me in prayer.”
Earlier this week, Parton herself dispelled the death rumors on Instagram, affirming she is “not ready to die yet.” She mentioned that health issues arose from neglecting her well-being, explaining, “When we finally got down to business, the doctor said we need to take care of this, we need to take care of that. It wasn’t a big deal, but I had to rearrange some things to be closer to home for treatment.”
McIntyre has also shown her support for Parton, expressing her love and concern in an Instagram post, saying, “Please know that I’m praying for you. I love you with all my heart. Can’t wait to see you soon!”
