Country music icon Toby Keith passes away at age 62
OAN’s James Meyers
10:14 AM – Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Country Music Legend Toby Keith Passes Away at 62 After Battle with Cancer
The iconic country singer Toby Keith has sadly passed away at the age of 62, following his battle with stomach cancer. His passing comes 18 months after he first revealed his diagnosis.
The news of Toby Keith’s death was announced on his official website, stating that he passed away peacefully on Monday. The statement described him as a fighter who faced his illness with grace and courage.
“His story is a distinctly American one — a former roughneck oil worker who carved out his own space in country music with a sinewy voice and an unbending will to succeed. He wrote his breakthrough songs and later formed his own record label when he felt underserved by Nashville,” the statement read. “He relished being an outsider and doing things his way. Proudly patriotic, he didn’t mind if his clear-cut convictions ruffled your feathers. For three decades, he reflected the defiant strength of the country music audience. His memory will continue to stand tall.”
The legendary singer announced in June 2022 that he was living with cancer and in September of last year, he spoke on his “roller coaster” experience of going through treatment.
“You get good days and, you know, you’re up and down, up and down. It’s always zero to 60 and 60 to zero but I feel good today,” Keith told E! News ahead of receiving the Country Icon Award at the People’s Choice Country Awards.
Keith was also known for his patriotism in his post 9/11 songs such as “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue,” and other famous songs like “I Love This Bar” and “Red Solo Cup.”
Keith fought through the cancer and performed in Las Vegas for over three nights in December. He was visibly thin but still performed many of his 32 No. 1 hits and 42 Top 10 hits.
The legendary country singer worked in the oil fields in Oklahoma as a young man, then played semi-pro football before beginning his career as a singer.
“I write about life, and I sing about life, and I don’t overanalyze things,” Keith told The Associated Press in 2001, following the success of his song “I’m Just Talking About Tonight.”
Keith was known as a big supporter of the military, spending a notable amount of time with the USO.
He went on 11 USO tours to visit and play for troops serving overseas. The country legend also helped raise millions for charity during his career, which included building a home in Oklahoma CIty for kids with cancer and their families.
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Country Music Legend Toby Keith Passes Away at 62 After Battle with Cancer
The iconic country singer Toby Keith has sadly passed away at the age of 62, following his battle with stomach cancer. His passing comes 18 months after he first revealed his diagnosis.
The news of Toby Keith’s death was announced on his official website, stating that he passed away peacefully on Monday. The statement described him as a fighter who faced his illness with grace and courage.
“His story is a distinctly American one – a former roughneck oil worker who carved out his own space in country music with a sinewy voice and an unbending will to succeed. He wrote his breakthrough songs and later formed his own record label when he felt underserved by Nashville,” the statement read. “He relished being an outsider and doing things his way. Proudly patriotic, he didn’t mind if his clear-cut convictions ruffled your feathers. For three decades, he reflected the defiant strength of the country music audience. His memory will continue to stand tall.”
The legendary singer announced in June 2022 that he was living with cancer and in September of last year, he spoke on his “roller coaster” experience of going through treatment.
“You get good days and, you know, you’re up and down, up and down. It’s always zero to 60 and 60 to zero but I feel good today,” Keith told E! News ahead of receiving the Country Icon Award at the People’s Choice Country Awards.
Keith was also known for his patriotism in his post 9/11 songs such as “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue,” and other famous songs like “I Love This Bar” and “Red Solo Cup.”
Keith fought through the cancer and performed in Las Vegas for over three nights in December. He was visibly thin but still performed many of his 32 No. 1 hits and 42 Top 10 hits.
The legendary country singer worked in the oil fields in Oklahoma as a young man, then played semi-pro football before beginning his career as a singer.
“I write about life, and I sing about life, and I don’t overanalyze things,” Keith told The Associated Press in 2001, following the success of his song “I’m Just Talking About Tonight.”
Keith was known as a big supporter of the military, spending a notable amount of time with the USO.
He went on 11 USO tours to visit and play for troops serving overseas, bringing joy and entertainment to those who protect and serve our country.
Toby Keith’s contributions to the world of country music and his unwavering support for the military will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact. He will be remembered as a true legend of the genre and a symbol of patriotism. Rest in peace, Toby Keith.
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