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Recent Toby Keith news announced his demise at 62, and that has shocked his fans, unable to believe, with many coming up with the question, “Did Toby Keith pass away?”
American country music singer Toby Keith, who was behind the 1993 country hit ‘Should've Been a Cowboy', died on Monday at 62. He was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2021 and had undergone chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation for treatment. The statement released on his website said that he died ‘peacefully’ on Monday, surrounded by his family. It further stated, “He fought his fight with grace and courage."
Toby Kieth was married to Tricia Lucus in 1984, and he had three children with her: Shelley Covel Rowland, Krystal Keith, and Stelen Keith Covel. The singer was also a grandfather to four grandchildren.
How did Toby Keith die?
Toby Keith died of stomach cancer. The country singer revealed his diagnosis on Instagram in June 2022 and conveyed that he was looking forward to spending time with family but would also see the fans soon.
Last year, in September 2023, Keith was awarded the 2023 Country Icon Award at the People's Choice Country Awards, where he also performed "Don't Let the Old Man" from the 2018 film The Mule.
He also shared that the song he chose for the performance was to inspire those who are fighting cancer or anyone who is watching his cancer fight.
Toby Keith's cause of death was stomach cancer, and that has raised awareness about it among people. Let’s find out the symptoms of stomach cancer and learn what the doctors have to say about it.
Stomach cancer symptoms
The symptoms of stomach cancer are similar to those of digestive conditions like gastritis and peptic ulcers. It can be accompanied by stomach pain, vomiting, and bloating.
In some cases, symptoms may include indigestion, heartburn, and unexpected weight loss.
Doctors say that though there are symptoms for it, in most cases they occur at the last stage, making the diagnosis difficult. Those with a family history of stomach cancer are at higher risk. Also, stomach cancer is most common among men over the age of 60.
Toby Keith songs
All about Toby Keith’s hit songs that he delivered in his lifetime, leaving a mark on people’s hearts.
Keith was indeed a celebrated artist who made his mark through several remarkable songs.
It was in the 1990s that the singer rose to fame and made himself a name by crafting songs that people all over the world loved to hear. The actor also made headlines for his patriotism when he created the song Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue after 9/11.
Of his many hits, the top ones from his 20 No. 1 Billboard hits are "Should've Been a Cowboy," "As Good As I Once Was," “How Do You Like Me Now?," "Beer for My Horses” and "My List,".
In 1993, the singer was brought to Mercury Records by its head, Harold Shedd, who recognized his talent, and that marked the singer’s platinum debut record, “Toby Keith,” that year.
His song, "Should've Been a Cowboy," which led to his breakthrough, was played on radio for 3 million times, making it the most played country song of the 1990s.
However, in 1999, the singer moved to DreamWorks Records, and that's when How Do You Like Me Now? became his first song to place on the Top 40 charts.
Keith was awarded the male vocalist of the year and album of the year awards at the Academy of Country Music Awards.
Morgan Wallen, Randy Houser, and Carrie Underwood are some of those paying tribute to the late singer.
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