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Linn teased that the country superstar's character might be more sinister than fans are used to seeing her. \"Wait until you see her in this!\" he said.

In addition to \"Big Sky: Deadly Trails,\" McEntire and Linn will star together in the upcoming Lifetime movie \"The Hammer,\" which the \"Reba\" alum also executive produced.

McEntire and Linn, who is best known for his roles in \"CSI: Miami,\" \"Better Call Saul\" and \"Young Sheldon,\" have been dating since 2020.

\"Big Sky\" premiered in 2020 and is based on the book series of the same name by C.J. Box.

Season 3 premieres Sept. 21 on ABC.

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