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Toby Keith, the beloved country music singer best known for songs like "Red Solo Cup" and "Should have Been a Cowboy," died at the age of 62 after a long battle with stomach cancer.
Keith's team confirmed that the singer died peacefully in his home on February 5, 2024, surrounded by family. He first revealed his cancer diagnosis in June 2022 and had been receiving treatment since the previous fall.
Keith released 20 chart-topping songs and sold more than 40 million albums during his decades-long career, leaving an indelible mark on country music with his blend of patriotic anthems and Boot Scootin' honky-tonk tunes. His smash hits, including "Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue" and "I Want to Talk About Me," exemplified his macho, independent public persona.
Fans and fellow musicians paid tribute to the Oklahoma native after his death. Keith was praised for his musical contributions and patriotic spirit, with many mourning the death of the polarizing but influential country star. Keith's legacy as a musician and businessman will live on, owing to his success both on and offstage.
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