Jason Aldean will honor Toby Keith at the upcoming ACM Awards. The father of four will perform “Should’ve Been A Cowboy,” Keith’s debut single and first No. 1 hit, in tribute to the future Country Music Hall of Fame member, who passed away on February 5 from stomach cancer. “I’m excited to be here and perform for Toby, and honor…
Toby Keith was an avid University of Oklahoma fan, which makes his upcoming accolade bittersweet. The “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” singer, who passed away from stomach cancer on February 5, learned last year that he was going to receive an honorary degree at their 2024 commencement. Keith’s daughter, Krystal Keith, will accept the honor on his behalf on Saturday,…
Darryl Worley has found a sweet way to honor Toby Keith at his live shows. The “Have You Forgotten?” singer reveals on social media how he remembers and honors the country music icon, who passed away on February 5 from stomach cancer, every time he takes the stage, by playing one of Keith’s biggest hits to kick off his own…
Toby Keith was honored with a star-studded, emotional tribute at the CMT Music Awards. The country music icon, who passed away from stomach cancer on February 5, was remembered with performances by Brooks & Dunn, Sammy Hagar and Lainey Wilson, along with tributes by Lukas Nelson and Roger Clemens. Brooks & Dunn performed “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” while Wilson…
CMT just announced a star-studded tribute to Toby Keith at the upcoming CMT Music Awards. Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn and Keith’s good friend, Sammy Hagar will perform, backed by Keith’s own band. Lukas Nelson and Rogers Clemens will also make an appearance as well. Clemens spoke out about Keith’s passing on social media, sharing a heartwarming story, shortly after…
40 years ago today, Toby Keith and Tricia Lucus were married. The two tied the knot on March 24, 1984, and remained married until he passed away, from complications of stomach cancer, on February 5. Keith’s successful country music career hadn’t even begun when the two met at a bar. At the time, Keith was working in the oil fields,…
We now know who the next members of the Country Music Hall of Fame will be. Brooks & Dunn, who became members in 2019, announced that Toby Keith, John Anderson, and guitarist James Burton will be inducted at the Medallion Ceremony later this year. Keith will be inducted posthumously into the Modern Era. Sarah Trahern, CEO of the Country…
Carrie Underwood loved a lot about Toby Keith, but especially where he was from. The two singers are both from the same state, Oklahoma, creating a shared bond between the two that went far beyond country music. “There are so many things that can be said about Mr. Toby Keith,” Underwood tells her record label. “I mean, obviously, he…
Toby Keith‘s daughter Krystal is sharing her thoughts on her father, and the impact his loss has had on her. “I am shattered,” Krystal began, as part of a heartfelt post shared on social media, sharing photos of her famous father. “As great as he was in his career, he was so much greater as a dad and a…
31 years ago today was a monumental day for Toby Keith. On February 12, 1993, Keith’s debut single, “Should’ve Been A Cowboy,” was released, kicking off a legendary career that spanned three decades. “Should’ve Been A Cowboy,” written solely by Keith, was on his eponymous debut album, released the following April. The song was inspired by a conversation Keith…
