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Toby Keith died of most cancers on the age of 62 on Monday, February 5. The nation music singer’s social media accounts confirmed the tragic information early within the morning on February 6. “Toby Keith paced peacefully final night time on February fifth, surrounded by his household,” the message on Toby’s Twitter learn. “He fought his combat with grace and braveness. Please respect the privateness of his household presently.”

The “Ought to’ve Been a Cowboy” singer was identified with abdomen most cancers within the fall of 2021, however he didn’t announce it publicly till June 2022.

“I’ve spent the final 6 months receiving chemo, radiation and surgical procedure,” Toby stated in an announcement when he first knowledgeable followers about his prognosis. “To date, so good. I would like time to breathe, recuperate and loosen up. I’m wanting ahead to spending time with my household. However I’ll see the followers prior to later. I can’t wait. -T,” he added. Toby acquired an outpouring of help from his followers and fellow nation music stars after revealing he had most cancers, so two days later he wrote a message of because of these exhibiting him love. “Thanks for all of your love and help,” Toby gushed. “I’ve the very best followers on the planet.”

Toby often gave updates on his most cancers battle whereas he was going via remedies. At a gala for his annual Toby Keith & Pals Golf Event in June 2023, the “Beer For My Horses” singer informed The Oklahoman that he was feeling good amidst his well being points. “Principally, every little thing is in an actual constructive development,” he shared. “You by no means know with most cancers, so it’s important to put together.”

After taking a break from performing, Toby returned to the stage on the Folks’s Selection Nation Awards in September 2023, the place he was honored with the Nation Icon Award. He joked about carrying skinny denims and thanked his “stunning household” — which incorporates his spouse, Tricia Lucus, and his three youngsters — in his speech. Earlier than his efficiency with Blake Shelton, Toby gave an replace on his well being in an interview with E! Information. “It’s slightly little bit of a curler coaster. You get good days and, you understand, you’re up and down, up and robe,” he stated. “It’s at all times zero to 60 and 60 to zero however I really feel good at this time.”