Devastating news just in.
Country music singer Toby Keith has died aged 62, according to a statement on his website.
The statement read: “Toby Keith passed away peacefully last night on February 5th, surrounded by his family.
“He fought his fight with grace and courage. Please respect the privacy of his family at this time.”
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Country music legend Toby Keith dies aged 62.
In June 2022, the singer announced he had been diagnosed with stomach cancer.
He had previously labelled the condition as “debilitating.”
The Oklahoma-based star was best known for his songs, Should’ve Been a Cowboy, Red Solo Cup, and I Love This Bar.
His other big songs included Who’s Your Daddy and Made in America.
He is survived by his wife, Tricia Lucus, and three children.
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The Oklahoma native, Keith first worked in the oil fields and had a successful career as a semi-professional American footballer before finally breaking out as a musician in the 90s.
Keith’s songs frequently referred to patriotism, most controversially in Courtesy of the Red White and Blue which was released shortly after 9/11 and was criticised for what some deemed to be chauvinistic lyrics.
Keith played at events for several US presidents including George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump.
In 2021, Trump awarded Keith with a National Medal of the Arts.
Rest in peace.
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